Estimator

Overview

Estimate construction project costs and coordinate with teams and vendors

Key Responsibilities

• quantity takeoff
• cost estimating
• bid preparation
• vendor coordination
• safety integration
• project collaboration

Tasks

This position collaborates with our estimating department and operational leaders to coordinate and perform major estimating functions for one or more disciplines (e.g., earthwork, utilities, drainage, asphalt paving, structural concrete, mechanical piping, building trades, site concrete, etc.). Conducts all work in accordance with Allan Myers policies, procedures, and programs. -Interfaces with owner, architect/engineer and subcontractors to provide engineering and cost data regarding project feasibility. -Requires occasional day travel to deliver bids, attend pre-bid meetings, visit job sites and/or to attend conferences or training classes. -Reviews proposal specifications and drawings, prepares lists of bid items and quantities. Attends pre-bid meetings and meets with owner to determine scope of work. -Reviews design options and recommends best solution based on cost, value engineering or availability of materials. Also supports by estimating Estimates extra work items and change orders. -Performs other duties as assigned including policing jobsites to maintain a clean, orderly, and safe workplace. -Performs or coordinates quantity takeoff, assembles direct cost estimate and analyzes alternate construction methods to determine cost effectiveness. -Assists in the research of and cost estimates for alternate construction methods. -Assists in tracking awarded contracts as assigned through review of cost reports and discussions with Project Teams. -Incorporates the Allan Myers Safety Program and associated costs into estimates. Identifies high-risk activities and coordinates with Safety Department to determine if additional costs are required. Assists in identifying high-risk activities and in coordinating with Safety Department to determine if additional costs are required. Transfers all safety information related to estimates to the Project Team. -Reviews and incorporates historical data from purchase orders, bid tabulations, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports and the job costs system into unit cost, man-hour and crew production figures. -Recommends vendors and subcontractors for the project; discusses and obtains appropriate quotations in coordination with the Purchasing Department. -Analyzes and incorporates delay free systems into the preparation of the work plan of estimates/bids.

Requirements

• osha 10
• 1 year
• civil engineering
• construction
• estimating
• hard-working

What You Bring

Allan Myers is looking for an eager, hard-working, and goal-driven Estimator who is passionate about delivering success on our bids. Our reputation for “Better, Faster, Safe” allows us to continue to increase our backlog, and we are looking to grow our elite team of professionals. You will work alongside coworkers who are ready to collaborate and commit to bringing their best to the job every single day. We build things that matter while improving the communities we live and work in. Join us and let’s build excellence together. -OSHA 10 hour required -Minimum of 1 year of construction experience in estimating, operations and/or engineering required -B.S. in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Accounting related major, or equivalent. Continuing education in construction is highly desirable

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Benefits

At Allan Myers, you are part of a team dedicated to making things better, including your career. We pay well and provide generous benefits. We offer extensive training and promote from within. If you have the drive, we will help you build a career in the thriving construction industry and reach your full potential.

About Allan Myers

-Specializes in design-build, site development, transportation, and water infrastructure projects. -Known for robust project management and quality construction. -Vertically integrated operations include quarries and asphalt plants to maintain high standards. -Committed to innovation and excellence in building regional infrastructure.

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