Estimator

Our Company views employees as our most valuable asset and the key to our success. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves. Community involvement, employee empowerment, and strong relationships make The Weitz Company a great place to work.

The Weitz Company is currently accepting applications for an multiple levels of Estimators to be located in West Palm Beach, FL. This candidate should have experience viewing and understanding plans, project management skills, performing take-offs, and tabulating sub-bids.

The Estimators prepares complete estimates for construction projects under the guidance and direction of their supervisor. Assignments will include quantity surveying, pricing, bid solicitation, compiling cost history, and preparation of system comparisons and cost analysis reports. Typically, the Estimators reports to the most senior estimator in the assigned business region.

What You'll Do:

• Quantity surveying, pricing, bid solicitation, compiling cost history, and preparing systems comparisons

• Quick creative thinking and the capability of meeting deadlines

• Develop constructability review and identify potential risks inherent to the project

• Organize subcontractor and vendor solicitation as directed

• Participate in or assist with Supply Chain procurement plan process

• Generate schematic estimates of projects assigned. Pricing based on historical data and adjusting pricing as needed to allow for project conditions

• Research and prepare cost analysis reports

• Obtain the review of owner contracts, and general and supplementary conditions by the company's risk management group

• Ability to compare and analyze various systems and related cost impacts

• Other duties as assigned

• Business travel may be required

What We're Looking For:

• Education: An industry-related college degree is highly preferred. High school diploma is required.

• Experience: 1-6 years of construction estimating responsibility is required for this position.

• Skills: This position requires schematic estimating skills, including the ability to identify items required for complete systems even if not delineated on construction documents, and the ability to mentally schedule and construct a building from drawings. Must have ability to communicate in a professional and courteous manner with clients, architects, subcontractors, suppliers, and project teams. Organization, quick creative thinking and the ability balance and prioritize projects with impending deadlines. A qualified candidate will be able to compare and analyze various systems and related cost impacts, as well as solid leadership skills and coaching direct reports.

• Technology: Candidate should be familiar or proficient in On Screen Takeoff, WinEst, Bluebeam, Revit, and other estimating software. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required. Training will be provided on company standards.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay

• Rewarding Bonus Program

• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings

• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance

• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions

• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with company match

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Fully Paid Parental Leave

• Voluntary Products including Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance

• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

The Company is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.