Senior Structures Estimator

Description

• Project Analysis: Conduct thorough reviews of potential projects to determine feasibility, risk, and profitability. Collaborate with the project management team to align project objectives and strategies. Compile project risk matrix and formulate risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the project management, engineering, and construction teams to ensure seamless project transitions from estimation to execution.
• Vendor & Subcontractor Solicitation & Coordination: Liaise with vendors and subcontractors to solicit and evaluate bids, ensuring all estimates include up-to-date pricing and availability of materials and labor. Perform quote comparisons and make recommendations for selection.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed records of all estimations, bids, and initial project specifications to ensure transparency and accuracy in project initiation. Assist in oversight of historical cost database, bid management, and estimating software.
• Client Interaction: Engage with clients during the bidding process to clarify project requirements, adjustments, and to foster strong professional relationships. Present and explain project proposals to clients, designers, and operations teams.
• Estimation & Bidding: Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for bridge construction projects by analyzing project drawings, specifications, and other documentation. Develop preliminary project schedules.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, materials, and the latest industry standards.
• Able to manage multiple bids and projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in estimation within the heavy civil construction industry, specifically with bridge projects.
• Capable of working in a team environment and handling client interactions professionally.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Highly proficient in estimation software (e.g., Agtek Gradework, Highway, Underground and Materials, AutoCAD, HCSS HeavyBid, and/or Bid2Win, Bluebeam Revu)
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance