Estimator

Job Description

Job DescriptionAbout Us

Valor Contracting provides general contracting, design build, construction management, and tilt-up concrete services across the Fargo/Moorhead area and surrounding region. We are committed to providing results, building trust, and operating with integrity.

About the Role Estimator

As an Estimator at Valor Contracting, you will provide accurate construction cost data to the Valor team and clients, enabling informed project decisions. Responsibilities include delivering estimates, from conceptual to detailed scope analyses, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.

Position Logistics

• Work Environment: On-Site
• Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday | 7 am - 5 pm
• Work Type: Full Time (40 hours/week)

Position Responsibilities:

• Setting forms including stakes, edge forms, wall forms
• Develop accurate cost estimates based on project details, ensuring alignment with client expectations and project goals.
• Prepare comprehensive estimates for all project phases, from conceptual to final bid, incorporating evolving design specifications.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for materials, labor, and equipment, ensuring precise and current calculations.
• Research market trends and supplier data to maintain competitive unit pricing for realistic estimates.
• Consult with subcontractors and suppliers to gather accurate material and labor cost information.
• Review project drawings and specifications thoroughly to ensure estimates reflect all scope requirements.
• Lead preconstruction estimating efforts, coordinating with project teams to establish a solid cost foundation.
• Collaborate with Owners, Architects, and stakeholders to align scope, budget, and design, resolving discrepancies proactively.
• Develop and manage detailed bid scope packages to ensure competitive and complete subcontractor bids.
• Maintain a Value Engineering Log, documenting cost-saving alternatives to maximize project value.
• Prepare critical documentation, including Schedule of Values and GMP agreements, with clarity and precision.
• Analyze estimated versus actual costs to identify variances and improve future estimating accuracy.
• Support Project Managers with pricing for change orders and cost projections to mitigate overruns.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients, architects, and subcontractors to foster trust and collaboration.
• Evaluate and implement estimating software to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and team collaboration.
• Create preliminary project schedules to align cost estimates with project timelines and resource planning

We're Seeking Individuals Who:

• Skilled at building strong partnerships across internal teams, clients, and subcontractors.
• Clear and confident communicators, able to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Effective collaborators who thrive in cross-functional team environments.
• Analytical and detail-oriented in reviewing project data and developing insights.
• Organized multitaskers who can prioritize and perform under tight deadlines.
• Self-starters who proactively identify areas for improvement and drive solutions.
• Proficient in advanced Excel functions for data analysis and cost modeling.
• Strong problem-solvers who anticipate risks and adapt to project changes.
• Comfortable evaluating complex data to inform critical, data-driven decisions.
• Efficient with time and committed to delivering accurate results.
• Flexible and responsive to changing project scopes and market conditions.
• Eager to stay current with industry trends and continuously improve their estimation techniques

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field
• Minimum five years' related experience in an Estimator or Project Management position
• Familiarity with industry-leading tools like Viewpoint, Procore, Bluebeam, OST, MS Project, Primavera or similar estimating or scheduling software is a plus.

Total Rewards Approach

Our salary ranges are established based on a combination of market data, internal equity, and the unique characteristics of our organization such as our size, revenue, and industry. Within the range, individual pay is determined by multiple factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401k retirement plan with company match, and company-paid life and disability insurance. Here's what else you can look forward to:

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, ensuring you have the time to recharge.
• Professional Growth: Be part of a company that values your development, offering a culture that supports learning, innovation, and career progression.
• Additional Perks: Take advantage of our Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), supplemental voluntary benefits, paid maternity/paternity leave, and more! Valor supports your overall well-being and financial security.

Join Valor and be part of a dynamic team that's shaping the future of real estate, construction, and property management. With us, you'll find more than just a job - you'll find a place where your contributions matter, your growth is supported, and your potential is limitless. Together, we'll create spaces that inspire and empower.

Valor provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.