Structural Concrete Estimator

This position is accountable for analysis of project plans, specifications, soils reports and other related project information to determine cost estimates including, but not limited to, materials, labor rates and hours, equipment, supplier costs, and subcontractor costs to prepare bid proposals. This position is office based with some travel to job sites for estimating purposes.

This position is accountable for analysis of project plans, specifications, soils reports and other related project information to determine cost estimates including, but not limited to, materials, labor rates and hours, equipment, supplier costs, and subcontractor costs to prepare bid proposals. This position is office based with some travel to job sites for estimating purposes.

The incumbent must have the ability and flexibility to work different shifts and long hours (8-12 hours). Weekend work and extra hours occur according to production needs and at the discretion of the Crew Supervisor.

The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion, which are centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork most importantly, with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity.

• Collaborates closely with the Business Development Vice President and Project Management Team to support successful bid strategy and project pursuits.
• Supports bid reviews and preconstruction strategy.
• Serves as point of contact for complex supplier and General Contractor relationships.
• Acts as backup to the Estimating Manager.
• Leads preparation of complete project estimates, takeoffs, and bid documentation.
• Conducts site investigations and collaborate with project sponsors and managers.
• Defines estimating accuracy standards and develop construction sequencing, resource planning, and productivity benchmarks.
• Participates in corporate safety, quality, and environmental initiatives.
• Maintains and update vendor files and pricing databases.
• Contribute to improving standard processes and data accuracy.
• Oversee junior estimators’ work and provide consistent mentorship and structured coaching to support team development and performance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company.

• Responsible and accountable for incumbent’s own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).

A Minimum of 8 years field and/or estimating experience in structural and light commercial concrete construction, or equivalent work experience required. BS Degree in Construction Management or related discipline. Field experience preferred.

• Computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management and/or estimating programs.
• Expert level knowledge of…