Construction Estimator Ii - Rochester

Celebrated as one of Minnesota's Top Workplaces! Knutson Construction is accepting applications for an Estimator II to join our Knutson team.

Together We Make Dreams Real that is our purpose as a company and we exist to work in concert with each other, owners, design professionals and subcontractors to make the journey as stress-free as possible. Together, we've created a dynamic, fun, inspiring environment where we can be ourselves and grow each day. Knutson is deeply committed to cultivating and upholding diversity throughout our workforce, relationships, and communities. We recognize the utmost importance of continually advancing our comprehension of diversity, equity, and inclusion as transformative forces within our work, industry, and company values.

At Knutson, opportunities to shine happen daily. We value what makes you different and empower you to act on your ideas. Our culture is one that encourages, supports, and feels like a family.

The Estimator II is responsible to provide and oversee timely and accurate estimates along with preconstruction services to secure profitable construction projects for Knutson Construction on hard bid and negotiated projects.

Knutson Construction is looking for an Estimator II with a minimum of 5 years' experience!

The key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Self-Perform:

• Prepares accurate takeoffs for self-perform work to increase the probability of providing profitable work for Knutson Construction.
• Quantifies concrete, masonry, demolition, and carpentry using 2D or 3D estimating software.
• Prices labor, material and equipment using historic data, past experience, supplier and rental firm pricing.
• Leverages supplier relationships and Knutson experience to win profitable Self Perform work.
• Leads the Self-Perform SOP Standard Operating Procedures in a team environment with both operations and site staff.

Hard Bid / Negotiated Projects:

• Prepares accurate estimates for project Hard Bids to secure profitable work for Knutson Construction.
• Leverages subcontractor relationships and the Knutson Experience to win profitable Hard Bid work.
• Completes accurate cost analyses to include equipment, general conditions, materials and labor.
• Develops accurate project schedules with senior level operations and preconstruction staff on hard bid projects.
• Reviews project schedules completed by operations on negotiated projects.
• Works with Estimating and Operation departments on analyzing bids on bid day.
• Completes subcontractor solicitation in a professional manner to meet goals for winning profitable new work.
• Works with senior level estimating staff to successfully pursue negotiated projects.
• Develops accurate quantity takeoff and cost models using 2D and 3D software.
• Prepares documentation for each milestone estimate.
• Works closely with Operations and senior level estimators on subcontractor analysis and buyout processes on negotiated projects.
• Prepares accurate cost models from conceptual documents through GMP documents for review by senior level operations and preconstruction staff.
• Attends interviews on project pursuits.
• Identifies and communicates opportunities to enhance projects.
• Helps with developing the Means and Methods of construction that will be used to construct the project.
• Works with senior level staff on General and Special Condition requirements needed on our projects.
• Reviews all Front-End Specifications and Scopes of Work completed by operations staff on negotiated and hard bid projects.

Miscellaneous Items:

• Attends postmortem reviews on projects to determine reasons for profitability or reasons for financial losses, and incorporates lessons learned in future bids.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with stakeholders to promote profitable project wins and position Knutson Construction for future opportunities.
• Develops and executes plans to continuously improve subcontractor relationships.
• Keeps senior level estimators informed of key issues/opportunities that impact project success.
• Promotes the Knutson Construction name through community involvement.
• Delivers the Knutson Experience.
• Continuously works to enhance personal skills/abilities to retain a motivated, professional workforce for Knutson Construction.
• Identifies training and/or development opportunities that will assist an employee in achieving enhanced job performance and/or career objectives.
• Works closely with senior level staff to promote and leverage the use of technology by staff; attends training to stay abreast of available technology for 3D estimating and other preconstruction needs.
• Respond to and complete all other duties, tasks and/or projects as assigned

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong planning, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills in a cross functional environment
• Individual must be collaborative and positive
• Highly organized, able to prioritize and multi-task
• Ability to travel to various construction sites; ability to physically review project sites which may involve use of stairways and mobilizing around the existing landscape.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time using a computer and reading plans/specifications.
• Ability to lift bid documents (plans and specifications) as needed, which can weigh up to 50 pounds.

Minimum Education and/or Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or a related field and 5 years of commercial construction experience or Associate's Degree in a construction related field and 7+ years of commercial construction experience.

Additional Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive Pay
• Performance Based Career Advancement
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Life and Long-Term Disability Benefit with no premium cost to employee
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Scholarship Program
• Flex Fridays
• 401k w/Company Match
• Annual Discretionary Bonus Program
• Successful Annual Discretionary Profit-Sharing Program

• Paid Parental Leave
  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday