Senior Estimator - Bridge & Highway Construction

Description

• Coordinate and invite suppliers and subcontractors to quote different scope of work.
• Keep looking construction technologies and techniques.
• Study and review all estimating reports: equipment total hrs., labor productivity rates, key indicators, equipment balance analysis, etc.
• Full review of bid submittal package, and lead estimating discussion with company executives.
• Assists to pre-bid meeting and bid submittals.
• Obtain clarifications on plans and specifications from owner or engineer of records.
• Analyzes suppliers and subcontractor pricing.
• Create job budget for awarded contracts.
• Build green sheet estimate, breakdown activity structure, construction schedule, and risk matrix analysis.
• Maintain continue education in construction: assist to engineering convention, forum, etc.
• Constantly review updated Florida DOT Standards and Specifications.
• Keep updated information regarding commodity trade prices.
• Continue communication with field personnel (project engineer, superintendent, foreman, fleet manager, etc.) to track and adjust as necessary unit costs.
• Build and strength subcontractor and supplier relationship.

Requirements

• Wide understandings reading plans, specifications, request for proposal, request for information, addendums, technical special provisions, etc.
• Possess good organization skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be located in Florida
• Perform accurate, and within the time frame quantity takeoffs.
• Bluebeam by REVU
• Vista Accounting software
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Heavy Civil
• Teaching, and mentoring skills.
• Understand bid items, basis of estimate, skills to identify errors and discrepancies in plans, and specifications, and solutions.
• Complete understanding of unit cost analyzes.
• Savvy in Florida soil (rock/clay), foundations, concrete structures, temporary structural systems, underground and utility work, earthwork, signalization, roadway lighting and signing, intelligent transportation system, safety standards, etc.
• AutoCAD- Civil 3D
• Knowledgeable in design-build and design-bid-build contracts with Florida DOT and Turnpike Enterprises.
• 30-Hour OSHA training
• Scheduling software, P6 Primavera
• B.S. in Engineering or Construction Management degree.
• Possess high work values, integrity, and ethical standards.
• Must have knowledge in bridge and roadway construction.
• Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Understand bid strategy, cost savings initiative, and management skills.
• Possess great focus to meet and exceed company requirements and expectations.
• Capable to individually estimate an entire job.

Benefits

• Group legal plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
• Starting compensation of $145k annually
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance