Senior Civil Estimator

Description

• Utilize HCSS estimating software to develop a comprehensive project estimate and ability to participate in the management of the estimate.
• Prepare estimates by calculating the complete takeoff of scope of work.
• Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.
• May review design options and recommend best solutions based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials.
• Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.
• Work with the entire estimating team to prepare accurate cost estimates in a timely manner.
• Identify and find ways to mitigate project risks.
• Participate in the preparation and review of alternative procurement proposals

Requirements

Balfour Beatty is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our Western Region estimating team in Long Beach, CA. This position will prepare portions of contract proposal estimates for all scopes of work on a typical civil infrastructure project (structures, roadway, underground wet utilities, earthwork, etc.), including the interpretation and takeoff of project plans and specifications to complete a full estimate of the work. The estimator will be responsible for all scopes for both traditional bid-build and alternative procurement (CMAR, CMGC and Progressive Design-Build) projects for the region estimating team.

• Experience with all scopes of a typical highway construction project and the ability to estimate or review all scopes as needed.
• HCSS Heavy Bid experience and/or related software for pricing work is required.
• Strong computer and communication skills.
• Building and managing a CPM schedule on projects is preferred.
• Proficient experience with Bluebeam Revu is preferred.
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word/Excel) is required.
• Solicit material and subcontractor quotations as needed
• Ability to provide training and mentoring to junior estimating staff.
• 10 years of estimating experience and/or related training with large highway projects is preferred.

Benefits

Salary: $130K-$160K

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance