Construction Estimating Engineer

Description

• Assist the Coordinator with bid day preparation, delivering bids, and posting bid results and communicating results to subcontractors as necessary.
• Assist staff in determining equipment needs, solicit pricing, and calculating labor estimates.
• Perform quantity take-offs and manage scope and statements.
• Enhance relationships with customers and manufacturer-suppliers.
• Attend pre-bid meetings.
• Attend in-house pre-construction meetings, seminars, and training programs.
• Assist in the review of subcontractor quotes prior to bid.
• Assist with affirmative action good-faith efforts as required.
• Make phone calls as required to obtain bidding status of Primes and subcontractors prior to bid day.
• Solicit sub-contractor and material pricing and copy/send bid information as required.
• Assist with updating material and subcontractor sources.
• Meet with project owners and/or Senior Estimators to review job conditions for private estimates.
• Assist with sub-contractor and supplier database management.
• Maintain effective communications with internal & external customers.
• Attend estimating meetings.

Requirements

• Knowledge in the general construction industry.
• BS or BA degree preferably in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from an accredited college.
• Ability to work overtime on an as needed basis.
• Experience with Excel, Word, Microsoft Project, Trimble Business Center, or AGTEK.
• Strong work ethic.
• Basic understanding of AutoCAD.
• Ability to work independently, as well as within a team.
• Ability to work in a pressure environment and to meet deadlines.
• Prior experience in Earthwork, Concrete, and Utility takeoff is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.
• General work environment – sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, bending.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance