Senior Estimator - Underground Utilities

Description

• Perform the preparation of detailed estimates. Assemble information for each bid into organized bid packages and files.
• Acquire plans, specifications, soil reports, historical bid files, and historical job cost information necessary to perform a detailed estimate. Coordinate quantity takeoff with the takeoff engineers. Coordinate and mentor the assigned engineers to ensure takeoff is performed correctly and efficiently.
• Travel to jobsite and pre-bid meetings as required.
• Complete estimate in a timely manner with ample time to review with the Senior Management.
• Contribute to the overall preliminary schedule to determine the length of time necessary for pricing of general conditions.
• Solicit subcontractor and material quotes as required and maintain documentation for all good faith efforts as required.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, materials, and pricing.
• Able to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Possess good organizational skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• BS in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering, with 10+ years of preconstruction/estimating and/or operations experience on heavy civil construction projects, with 5+ years’ experience in underground utilities including storm sewer, sanitary sewer and water distribution systems.
• Understand all aspects of the bid proposal including pricing based on labor productivity, crew types, and listed requirements.
• Ability to read and understand geotechnical reports.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Have a thorough understanding of the plans and specifications including pertinent or unusual project specific requirements.
• Strong computer skills including the ability to use estimating software such as OnScreen Takeoff, spread sheets, bid management, online plan rooms and database applications and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, Office, Outlook) Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, AutoCAD 3D, and HCSS Heavy Bid.
• Business Math skills to create and understand estimates and budgets. Additional math skills necessary to calculate areas, volumes and tonnage.
• Resourceful and diligent in seeking solutions to problems and adapting to new situations.
• Knowledge of general civil earthmoving is helpful but not required.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance