Any Employment Offers are Contingent Upon Successful Completion of the Following:

Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility  Substance Abuse Screening Physical Exam (if applicable) Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)

 

About Hensel Phelps:

Founded in 1937, Hensel Phelps specializes in building development, construction and facility services in markets ranging from aviation to government, commercial, transportation, critical facilities, healthcare and transportation. Ranked #1 in aviation and #12 overall general contractor in 2021 by ENR, Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee-owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver EXCELLENCE in all we do and supported by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder, Diversity and Community—Hensel Phelps brings our clients’ visions to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property.

 

Position Description:

Estimators support the senior and lead estimators in the development of subcontracting costs and estimates by doing trade partner outreach, quantitative take offs, document organization and research. They develop estimates for Hensel Phelps’ self-performed work. Estimators are responsible for the development and monitoring of trade partner scopes of work and self-perform pricing with the architectural and engineering drawings and specifications.

 

 

Position Qualifications:

A 4-year degree in civil or structural engineering, architecture or construction management, or six years of related experience without a degree. Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in estimating on large commercial construction projects. Valid Driver’s License. Possess good communications skills and be detail oriented. Experience in computer skills and software programs such as On-Screen Take-Off, Building Connected, SAGE and Assemble. Early learning of format and procedures. Good Excel skills. Able to survey building specialties, carpentry, millwork, and some finishes. Able to perform minor pricing studies (Building Specialties, Rough Carpentry). Beginning to show 3D thinking capability. Understanding of subcontractor/supplier relationships to the ongoing success of Hensel Phelps. Two to five years' field experience on commercial construction projects is preferred.

 

Essential Duties:

Read and understand plans and specifications. Prepare a thorough take-off of quantities for scopes of work. Review trade partner pricing and prepare a comprehensive evaluation of trade partner proposals, scope risks and opportunities on a proposal summary. Able to survey and prepare estimates for self-work scopes such as building specialties, carpentry, millwork and finishes. Understand trade partner/supplier relationships to support the ongoing success of Hensel Phelps. Clearly communicate with trade partners and present risks and scope to Hensel Phelps management. Demonstrate the ability to be organized and detail oriented. Early learning of Hensel Phelps formats and procedures.

 

Benefits:

Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our salaried employees. This position is eligible for company paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, health savings account (HSA) (HSA not available in Hawaii), and our employee assistance program (EAP). It also is eligible for employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance. Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, salaried employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Salaried positions (project engineers and above) participate in an annual bonus plan, subject to company and employee performance. Salaried employees (this is all salaried employees) are also eligible for a company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy. Further, salaried employees (project engineers and above) also receive either a vehicle or vehicle allowance in accordance with Hensel Phelps’ policies.  Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).   

 

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer:

Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)