**POSITION SUMMARY** Prepares preliminary budgets, conceptual estimates and detail estimates generally for small to medium-size projects with experience generally in specific trade. **What you’ll do:** + Analyzes drawings and uses applicable software to perform material take-offs for detailed estimates and provides unit cost pricing. + Performs basic red-lining of documents as needed. + Assists with developing project updates and bid package estimate documents’ comparison. + Tracks and adjusts quantities as needed. Resolves discrepancies. + Solicits subcontractor bids and partners with vendors to build relationships and obtain quotes. + Reviews Request for Proposals (RFPs), Basis of Design and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate. + Presents information and responds to questions from internal departments. + Mentors Estimators as needed. **What you’ll need to be successful:** + Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred, or trade school or equivalent combination of technical training and or related experience. + Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in mechanical construction estimating. + Solid verbal and written communication skills. + Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems + Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings + Strong knowledge of construction costs and principles + Strong ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and prorations to practical situations + Solid drafting skills + Strong Excel and Word skills + Knowledge of Quick Pen Auto Bid Mechanical and Sheet Metal Estimating software **YOU Matter**   **PEOPLE FIRST: BUILDING TALENT BY DESIGN**   At Southland we aspire to build a workforce that’s as diverse as the people who occupy the buildings we design, build and maintain. Building talent by design is our intentional approach to creating a truly safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, empowers professional achievement, and where people are treated with respect at all levels.   If you’re someone with a true passion for our industry, a life-long learner, with high accountability and a drive for results we’re looking for you!  At Southland, we hire problem solvers that are focused on providing customer value through continuous improvement and will take ownership to create the best experiences that will have an impact wider than their own job.  We thrive on creating a strong company and culture where you’ll feel engaged, challenged, and valued.   If you’re ready for the next big step in your career and want a career full of fun and excitement and to be a part of a fast-paced growing company, then  **JOIN**  our team and become a part of an organization that values  **PEOPLE** ,  **SAFETY, INNOVATION, COLLABORATION, INTEGRITY, ACCOUNTABILITY & SUSTAINABILITY.** **Benefits:** As an employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent benefits for you and your family: + 401(k) Plan with  **50% Company Match** (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting + Annual incentive program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement + **Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance – 100% Paid for Employee** + Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance + Disability Income Protection Insurance + Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care) + Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time/Life Events Leave + Numerous training opportunities and company paid membership for professional associations and licenses **For more information on Southland Industries, please visit our website: ** Southland Careers (http://southlandindcareers.com/) ** or on ** Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/SouthlandInd) ** or ** LinkedIN (https://www.linkedin.com/company/22132?trk=tyah&trkInfo=tarId%3A1408634606883%2Ctas%3ASouthland%20industries%2Cidx%3A2-1-4) ** **   To hear what our employees are saying about working at Southland Industries, check out our Career Video - Working at Southland (https://youtu.be/EC9ltck1v-Q)   Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an  **Equal Opportunity Employer ** and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.   ****All employment offers are contingent upon successful, drug tests, background checks and professional reference checks. ****   ****We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time****   If you don’t feel this position is a match for you, we encourage you to share it with others. Feel free to share throughout your social networks and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram to keep up to date on what we’re doing as a company. Required Skills Required Experience