Estimator

Overview

Prepare detailed bid proposals and cost estimates for large paving projects

Key Responsibilities

• bid docs
• data analysis
• takeoffs
• cost breakdown
• value engineering
• risk review

Tasks

An Estimator prepares complete bid proposals on large and complex projects including analyzing plans and specifications to develop detailed cost detailed cost estimates for materials, equipment and labor required to construct the project. -Prepare and organize documents required for complete and responsive bid proposal. -Review, analyze, and incorporate historical data from bid tabs, previous job estimates, FOIA requests, and completed projects to help with the preparation of the estimate. -Lead the hand off of information to project management to be fully educated in all strategies, opportunities and risks that were recognized in the bidding process. -Prepare detailed breakdown of components and elements of estimates, including tasks, subtasks, production rates and unit costs. -Work closely with Operations, Project Managers, and Materials Managers during the bidding process to ensure accuracy of data used to estimate the project. -Review all change order requests prepared by project management to confirm if maximized profit opportunity. -Develop and review project risk with Estimating team. -Develop strategy for execution of work in the most cost-effective manner. -Review proposal contract documents and attend pre-bid meetings as required. -Solicit quotes from material suppliers and potential subcontractors. -Calculate takeoffs from plans to determine quantity accuracy. -Conduct progress and post construction review of projected and actual construction costs compared to estimated bid costs. -Review potential Value Engineering opportunities. -Maintain and expand communications and relationships with vendors, including DBE / VOSB outreach efforts. -Visit project for comprehensive understanding of site logistics, restrictions, and conditions. -Provide material requirement needs & information to Quality Control and Manufacturing managers.

Requirements

• bluebeam
• b2w
• hcss
• microsoft project
• estimating
• paving

What You Bring

-Strong math skills -Computer skills: proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, B2W, HCSS, Microsoft Project -Excellent verbal & written communications -Established reputation of high-quality materials and craftmanship -Ability to work autonomously with little or no direction -Experience in private and public markets including Highway, Airfield, Railroad, Streets & Roads, with a focus on paving -Ability to estimate multiple projects at one time -Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail and resolve issues/problems -Excellent organizational and time management skills

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Benefits

-Collaborative Work Environment -4th Generation Family Owned and Operated

About K-Five Construction Corporation

-Grew into one of the region's top paving contractors. -Secured unlimited bidding capacity with the Illinois Department of Transportation. -Typical projects include highways, tollways, county infrastructure, railroads, airports, and industrial sites. -Maintains a reputation for hands-on leadership with executives involved directly in operations.

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