Sitework Estimator

At DAVIS, we're redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all.

The Sitework Estimator is responsible for assisting the Estimating and Preconstruction teams in pursuing work through the development of proposal responses, providing preconstruction services, preparing competitive bid responses and compiling Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposals for negotiated projects, with a specific focus on the Sitework discipline.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture or related field, or equivalent relevant experience
• Two (2) to six (6) years’ experience in estimating or construction for commercial construction
• Experience bidding and budgeting the sitework trades
• Experience with quantity takeoff software
• Familiarity with the design process and related design disciplines
• Plan reading experience
• Specialized application experience

• Supports estimate / bid / GMP assembly for the trade specialization
• Performs scope writing and qualification development; proficient in Division 2 trades
• Solicits and reviews bids from trade partners and material suppliers; analyzes submitted responses to identify missing scope, listed qualifications, noted exclusions and work to compare equivalent bid submissions
• Performs basic quantity takeoffs; performs basic earthwork quantity takeoffs
• Reviews documents for quality control; supports constructability reviews
• Assists in the development of specific systems analyses and creation of Value Engineering and Alternates lists/logs
• Supports trade partner solicitation and communication/coordination; familiar with trade partner specialization; responsible for trade partner / supplier coverage and effective communication and management
• Researches and compiles historical data for use in future estimate preparation and bids
• Builds relationships with trade partners and design teams
• Becomes familiar with the trade partner buyout process
• Attends design meetings and presentations as required

• Autonomy + Accountability
• Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products and services
• Works independently, receives minimal guidance
• Accountable for own work and possibly others on the team
• Business Impact
• Impacts own team, adjacent teams, and potentially across the company
• Decisions are made with minimal guidance and may affect the success of the department / revenue group
• Contributes to strategic market sector / department business development planning
• Talent Development
• Serves as a lead for the team, leading small projects
• May have formal supervisory responsibilities
• Provides subject matter guidance to team members with less experience
• Problem Solving + Resiliency
• Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on practice and existing precedents or procedures
• Gathers and analyzes data to identify and solve problems that arise with little or no precedent

• TRUST
• Excellence in Service – Fulfilling our clients’ highest expectations
• Inclusion – Ensuring a culture of respect and acceptance, where all employees have a sense of purpose and belonging
• Integrity – Exhibiting honesty and fairness while holding ourselves accountable for our actions
• Building Relationships – Creating and maintaining strong partnerships through leadership, creative solutions and hard work

The base salary (or hourly) range for this position is

• $88,000.00 - $

DAVIS is committed to providing our employees with a competitive total compensation package that enhances your quality of life.

• 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family)
• life insurance
• short- and long-term disability…