Associate Preconstruction Estimator
DN, Grand Prairie, TX, United States
Our culture is rooted in a shared vision — to help keep the world’s most precious resource safe — and in the core values that guide us in pursuing this vision and delivering on our mission to clients.
We provide the highest quality liquid storage design and construction services at the best long‑term value with an unrivaled customer experience. We have built over 3,500 pre‑stressed concrete liquid storage tanks over the past 90 years around the country and world, and have become the industry leader in quality and innovation.
Associate Preconstruction Estimator As an Associate Preconstruction Estimator at DN, you’ll be responsible for preparing, coordinating, and submitting budgetary and bid‑level estimates for current and future projects to the Estimating team. This role is vital to the success and planning of our builds, and offers a great opportunity to build a future in construction.
Primary Responsibilities
Review project bid documents and correspondences to develop a thorough understanding of the scope of work and potential risks relating to the project estimate
Prepare and submit Requests For Information (RFIs) for items that need resolution with direction from the Estimating team, ensuring the detailed estimate is complete
Perform quantity surveys and takeoffs to develop a detailed basis of estimate for assigned scope of work
Collaborate with team members to develop and deliver a Proposal Letter to General Contractors identifying the scope of work to be performed by DN and by the General Contractor
Coordinate with the Preconstruction Estimator, Procurement, and Cost Estimator to solicit participation from subcontractors and vendors required to support the scope of work, ensuring timely delivery of their quotations
Prepare subcontractor and vendor cost‑comparison analysis to assist in determining the lowest‑qualified subcontractor and/or vendor to carry into the bid/proposal
Assist in the preparation of preliminary project construction schedules to support the basis of bid
Assist in the preparation and development of the basis of estimate for assigned scope of work
As directed, assist in the preparation of the Post Bid Report
Assist in scheduling and facilitating hand‑off meetings and in generating hand‑off packages
Assist project team with value‑engineering pricing requests and support
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering or another technical field such as Construction Management
1+ year of professional experience preferably in the municipal, consulting, or construction industry
Proficiency with MS Office, estimating programs, scheduling, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD software
Verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with a range of partners, managers, and subject‑matter experts
Benefits & Compensation
Competitive Compensation
Annual Incentive Program
401k with Employer Matching Contribution
Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Gym Reimbursement
DN is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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We provide the highest quality liquid storage design and construction services at the best long‑term value with an unrivaled customer experience. We have built over 3,500 pre‑stressed concrete liquid storage tanks over the past 90 years around the country and world, and have become the industry leader in quality and innovation.
Associate Preconstruction Estimator As an Associate Preconstruction Estimator at DN, you’ll be responsible for preparing, coordinating, and submitting budgetary and bid‑level estimates for current and future projects to the Estimating team. This role is vital to the success and planning of our builds, and offers a great opportunity to build a future in construction.
Primary Responsibilities
Review project bid documents and correspondences to develop a thorough understanding of the scope of work and potential risks relating to the project estimate
Prepare and submit Requests For Information (RFIs) for items that need resolution with direction from the Estimating team, ensuring the detailed estimate is complete
Perform quantity surveys and takeoffs to develop a detailed basis of estimate for assigned scope of work
Collaborate with team members to develop and deliver a Proposal Letter to General Contractors identifying the scope of work to be performed by DN and by the General Contractor
Coordinate with the Preconstruction Estimator, Procurement, and Cost Estimator to solicit participation from subcontractors and vendors required to support the scope of work, ensuring timely delivery of their quotations
Prepare subcontractor and vendor cost‑comparison analysis to assist in determining the lowest‑qualified subcontractor and/or vendor to carry into the bid/proposal
Assist in the preparation of preliminary project construction schedules to support the basis of bid
Assist in the preparation and development of the basis of estimate for assigned scope of work
As directed, assist in the preparation of the Post Bid Report
Assist in scheduling and facilitating hand‑off meetings and in generating hand‑off packages
Assist project team with value‑engineering pricing requests and support
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering or another technical field such as Construction Management
1+ year of professional experience preferably in the municipal, consulting, or construction industry
Proficiency with MS Office, estimating programs, scheduling, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD software
Verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with a range of partners, managers, and subject‑matter experts
Benefits & Compensation
Competitive Compensation
Annual Incentive Program
401k with Employer Matching Contribution
Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Gym Reimbursement
DN is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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