Estimator (Heavy Civil Construction)

Overview

Develops accurate proposals and estimates for heavy civil construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• bid analysis
• cost estimating
• take-off review
• risk assessment
• safety compliance
• environmental compliance

Tasks

-Analyze and evaluate bidding risks, strategies and present estimate and participate in bid reviews with senior management to ensure accuracy and completeness. -Analyze competition and communicate with owners, subcontractors, public and private entities to ensure competitiveness. -Analyze and compile estimate data that impact the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location and other factors to ensure a high quality and timely estimate. -Develop and maintain business relationships to increase bid opportunities in the regional market. -Create and promote, in his/her organization, the ability to recognize and understand the appropriate environmental policies, rules, and the potential adverse effects to the environment due to operations, and take steps necessary to comply with policy/rules, and mitigate the effects of operations -Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase competitiveness of the bid. -Communicate estimate bid information to field operations at pre-construction meetings to ensure understanding of scope of job and critical means and methods of construction. -Utilize existing cost history as a check to complete estimate. -Review “take-off” quantities to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates. -Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment. -Apply mathematical calculations requiring advanced analytical processes to ensure logically estimated costs are accurate. -Comprehend and administer a safety program that provides for a safe work environment that meets or exceeds Granite’s Annual Incident Goal, and foster a culture that expects participation at all levels -Review drawings, specifications and proposed project site conditions; record findings and solicit input from field operations to include in final project estimate. -Create and/or foster a quality culture that recognizes the effect of quality on all operations, and takes steps necessary to provide a product or service that is a source of pride for our workers, and pleasing to our customers

Requirements

• 7+ yrs
• estimating
• agtek
• primavera
• ms office
• bachelor's

What You Bring

-7+ years of construction estimating support, engineering, field support, or similar experience. -4+ years estimating experience -Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), AGTEK Take-off and Primavera Scheduling software. -Advanced knowledge of construction principles -Valid driver’s license and ability to drive -Advanced knowledge of Estimating software. -Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent related work experience. -Ability and willingness to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis -Advanced knowledge of agency (U)DBE requirements -Excellent interpersonal and communication skills -Advanced knowledge of civil engineering principles

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About Granite Construction

-Operates as a nationwide leader in construction and infrastructure. -Tackles major transportation, water, and commercial projects with a rich history in shaping vital infrastructure. -Delivers projects that span highways, bridges, tunnels, and water systems, transforming landscapes and cities. -Specializes in both heavy civil and commercial construction, providing integrated services from design to completion. -Known for managing complex, high-impact projects, often taking on the toughest challenges in the construction industry. -Financially stable and performs well in both private and public sectors, backed by decades of experience. -Projects contribute to significant U.S. infrastructure advancements, including major transit upgrades and water conservation initiatives.

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