Mechanical Estimator

Overview

We are currently seeking an Estimator for our Water Division. This role will either sit in Northern California, Southern California, or Seattle, Washington. The Estimator will support and work with management, operations and estimating staff in the review of project plans, requirements and specifications. The Estimator shall have extensive knowledge of construction means and methods, costs and engineering principles.

Qualified individuals will have estimating experience with large Commercial, Residential, Healthcare, Transportation projects and must be confident working with estimating teams on projects of varying sizes. They must be capable of estimating hard bid, negotiated and conceptual projects, be self‑motivated, possess strong communication/interpersonal skills, and be confident in their ability to develop and manage their assigned portion of the estimate.

As a fourth‑generation, family‑owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small‑company feel with a large‑company backing. Walsh is a successful fast‑growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.

• Challenging, complex work
• Creative and innovative problem‑solving environment
• Supportive, communicative managers who reward hard work
• Opportunities for growth, training, and development
• Flexibility in career path & progression
• Opportunities to work and live all over the United States

• Review project plans, requirements and specifications.
• Have demonstrated leadership abilities to coordinate a team of estimators to develop a large multidisciplinary estimate.
• Determine labor and equipment costs.
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing.
• Review and understand all bid documents and assess project risks.
• Understand project logistics and project schedule.
• Prepare bid packages and compare and analyze competitive subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Review quotes and estimates with the Project Management Team.
• Prepare estimates at different levels of completion (conceptual, schematic, DD, CD, etc.).
• Assist with certain post‑bid buyouts.
• Comprehend contract requirements for diversity compliance.

• 5 years of experience or College Degree with 3 years of experience.
• Experience estimating projects over $30M.
• Understanding of all applicable estimating software.
• Extensive knowledge of construction costs and engineering principles.
• Well organized, flexible, detail oriented and have the ability to multitask.
• Prioritize workload and consistently meet deadlines while constantly changing tasks and demands.
• Effective presentation skills.
• Excellent written and oral communicator.
• Salary is dependent on location.

Division: Water

Job Category: Estimating

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An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran