Estimator- Excavating - Horst Group

Horst Excavating is looking for a seasoned Estimator with experience putting together bid packages for multi-million dollar commercial excavating projects.

Who we are:

The Horst Group consists of 5 separate entities, Horst Insurance, Horst Property Management, Horst Cottages, Horst Excavating and Horst Construction. This position will work solely for Horst Construction.

Horst has been in business for over 125 years. We have a reputation for quality work and dependability. Based out of Lancaster, PA most of our projects are within a 75 mile radius of the main office, however we do provide commercial construction services throughout the Mid-Atlantic and South East regions. The markets we serve include senior living, education, industrial, manufacturing, religious, performing arts, and various other commercial endeavors.

Horst construction knows that its people are its most important resource. We look for individuals who are self-motivated and thrive in a dynamic work environment. Team members are treated as professional and are expected to get their job done with minimal oversight. We also place a high emphasis on "Quality of Life". It is important to us that our employees have a good work/life balance.

Excavating Estimator

Apply your analytical skills to calculate accurate pricing on competitive bid and design/build and negotiated projects involving earth moving and utility installation.

Estimator Analytical Skills Expectations:

As a crucial part of Horst Excavating's Estimating team, you'll be expected to perform the following with the highest degree of precision and proficiency:

• Review project plans, specification and contract documents.
• Prepare estimates for each phase of the design/build process as well as for negotiated or competitive bids.
• Define scope of work for various trades to include any self-perform portions of the project.
• Contribute value engineering options.
• Review scope form various proposals and determine completeness and best price.
• Collaborate with Project Manager during pre-bid and post-bid process regarding selection of subcontractors, schedule, strategy, and buyout.
• Prepares subcontractor/supplier bid list, including research and references for vendors in locations outside of usual (local) work area. Adds new subcontractors to reference list.
• Reviews projects with Project Manager during excavation to verify labor production and learn from any problems encountered.
• Completes quantity surveys and takeoffs of self-performed work and establishes production rates.
• Prepares and executes estimates for change orders.
• Verifies licensing and any additional requirements.
• Responsible for the original or alternate estimates and rates being entered into proprietary system.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of college or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of two years of specialized experience in excavating required.
• Minimum of two years of estimating experience required.
• Must demonstrate advanced proficiency in use of current estimating software (specifically HCSS Heavy Bid) and on-screen take-off.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints, specifications and contract documents

The Horst Group offers excellent benefits including:

• #1- SUPERB WORK / LIFE BALANCE
• Employee appreciation activities such as cookouts, giveaway contests, annual gifts, service milestone bonuses and many others.
• Progressive paid travel policy.
• Affordable and customizable medical, dental and vision coverage
• Identity Fraud Protection
• Paid holidays and generous vacation policy
• Tuition assistance
• Referral bonus

If you are interested in joining an established commercial excavating firm with a long-standing reputation for quality work and dependability, submit your application and resume today.

Only qualified candidates will be considered.

Horst Group is an EEO employer and maintains a drug free work place.