Estimator III
Granite Construction
Prepare and deliver accurate construction project proposals and cost estimates.
11 days ago ago
$97,855 - $146,784
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Salt Lake City, Utah | Provo, Utah | Layton, Utah | Ogden, Utah
Onsite
Company Size
8,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Design
Technical Services
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Transportation
Industrial
Federal Contracting
Aggregates
Asphalt
Asphalt Paving
Utility-Scale Solar
Water Infrastructure
Role
What you would be doing
bid estimating
take‑off review
cost analysis
construction methods
safety compliance
cost history
- Analyze and evaluate bidding risks, strategies and present estimate and participate in bid reviews with senior management to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Develop and maintain business relationships to increase bid opportunities in the regional market.
- Review “take-off” quantities to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates.
- Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase competitiveness of the bid.
- Communicate estimate bid information to field operations at pre-construction meetings to ensure understanding of scope of job and critical means and methods of construction.
- Create and/or foster a quality culture that recognizes the effect of quality on all operations, and takes steps necessary to provide a product or service that is a source of pride for our workers, and pleasing to our customers
- Analyze competition and communicate with owners, subcontractors, public and private entities to ensure competitiveness.
- Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
- Create and promote, in his/her organization, the ability to recognize and understand the appropriate environmental policies, rules, and the potential adverse effects to the environment due to operations, and take steps necessary to comply with policy/rules, and mitigate the effects of operations
- Apply mathematical calculations requiring advanced analytical processes to ensure logically estimated costs are accurate.
- Review drawings, specifications and proposed project site conditions; record findings and solicit input from field operations to include in final project estimate.
- Analyze and compile estimate data that impact the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location and other factors to ensure a high quality and timely estimate.
- Comprehend and administer a safety program that provides for a safe work environment that meets or exceeds Granite’s Annual Incident Goal, and foster a culture that expects participation at all levels
- Utilize existing cost history as a check to complete estimate.
What you bring
civil engineering
estimating
ms office
primavera
bachelor's
construction
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Advanced knowledge of civil engineering principles
- 4+ years estimating experience
- Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), AGTEK Take-off and Primavera Scheduling software.
- Ability and willingness to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive
- 7+ years of construction estimating support, engineering, field support, or similar experience.
- Advanced knowledge of agency (U)DBE requirements
- Advanced knowledge of Estimating software.
- Advanced knowledge of construction principles
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent related work experience.
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Company
Overview
100+ Years
Experience
A legacy of reliable service spans over a century, contributing to major infrastructure projects nationwide.
- Operates as a nationwide leader in construction and infrastructure.
- Tackles major transportation, water, and commercial projects with a rich history in shaping vital infrastructure.
- Delivers projects that span highways, bridges, tunnels, and water systems, transforming landscapes and cities.
- Specializes in both heavy civil and commercial construction, providing integrated services from design to completion.
- Known for managing complex, high-impact projects, often taking on the toughest challenges in the construction industry.
- Financially stable and performs well in both private and public sectors, backed by decades of experience.
- Projects contribute to significant U.S. infrastructure advancements, including major transit upgrades and water conservation initiatives.
- Safety for all: The safety and well-being of people, partners, and the public is the greatest responsibility. Every level of the organization is engaged in its safety culture.
- Integrity always: Operated with integrity and the highest ethical standards. People know and do what is right and are expected to speak up when something is not right.
- Excellence for stakeholders: Strive for a high-performance culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and quality in all aspects of work. Always perform and deliver work the right way for stakeholders.
- Inclusion where everyone is valued: Value and respect a workforce diverse in perspective, experience, knowledge, and culture. Committed to an inclusive environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and can grow.
- Sustainability to ensure enduring value: Build a better future by integrating social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and dependable governance to deliver enduring economic value.
25% Emissions Reduction
GHG Emission Target
Committed to reducing Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions by 25% by 2030 compared to a 2020 baseline.
1.03M Tons Diverted
Waste Recycling Achievement
Successfully diverted 1.03 million tons of waste from landfills by recycling asphalt pavements in 2021.
$22M Investment
Energy Efficiency Funding
Allocated $22 million company-wide to improve energy efficiency at materials facilities.
32 Sustainable Plants
Environmental Recognition
Recognized with NAPA Diamond Achievement Sustainable Commendations for asphalt plants in 2023.
- Joined National Asphalt Pavement Association’s “The Road Forward” initiative to achieve net‑zero carbon emission asphalt pavements by 2050.
- Published 2023 Sustainability Report aligned with GRI, SASB, TCFD.
- Working to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 energy, emissions, and water intensity by 25% per square foot by 2030; covering 50% of income‑producing portfolio by 2030.
- Exceeded goal to support on‑site solar PV: 45.32 MW installed, targeting 50 MW peak capacity by end of 2025.
- Commit to certify 100% of new development projects under third‑party green building standards; currently 45% of properties by area hold third‑party green certification.
- Joined US Green Building Council as Silver member to advance sustainable construction practices.
Top Safety Year
Safety Achievement
The company achieved its safest year in history, reflecting a strong commitment to employee well-being and safety.
- Pledged to inclusive diversity through employee resource groups: BUILD (Black/African American), GROW (Women), SOMOS (Hispanics/Latino), SRVC (Veterans).
- Affirms 'Diversity is the mix and Inclusion is making the mix work' with leadership-backed ERGs offering mentoring, networking, career development.
- Military-focused benefits and programs: supplemental pay, continued health/benefits under USERRA, SkillBridge residencies via Vets2PM, SRVC ERG for veterans and spouses.
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