Lead Estimator

The Ryan Company, a subsidiary of Quanta Services, is a General Contractor specializing in underground electrical distribution, substation construction and renewable energy throughout the continental U.S.

At The Ryan Company, you can be part of a dynamic team that includes some of the most talented, creative, and experienced people in the industry. This team of the "best of the best" is the core of a culture that encourages you to improve and grow to the highest level of your abilities. In order to maintain such high standards, we believe in hiring only the best candidates who meet our qualifications.

Job Description:

Established Massachusetts based contractor is seeking a full time Project Estimator.

Responsibilities:

• Review and evaluate initial project plans and specifications
• Prepare estimates and establish budgets for projects ranging from $1 million to $30 million
• Review contracts to ensure that everything related to the estimate is included and accounted for
• Manage and estimate complex project requirements
• Additional duties as determined by Executives

Job Requirements:

• 5 years estimating experience
• Strong knowledge of electrical and/or site and civil construction
• Works with numbers accurately
• Self motivated
• Highly organized
• Understands and can execute take-offs of construction documents
• Full knowledge and understanding of contracts; general requirements, general conditions, plans, specs, addendums, etc.
• Ability to write proposal and complete estimate without guidance
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and stay focused, as well as with a team
• Transportation, electrical, communications, or other contracting experience
• Familiarity with principals of cost estimating (computer based)
• Computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Primavera, Cost estimation programs

Preferred Extras:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Engineering (Civil or Electrical)
• Previous experience in project estimating of large scale facilities and/or Federal and state contracts (medium to high voltage distribution projects and substation construction preferred)

Company Benefits:

The Ryan Company offers a competitive salary with an outstanding benefits package including health insurance, accrued vacation time and employer-matched 401k. The Ryan Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug test and reference checks.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Construction estimating: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: One location