SR Commercial Concrete Estimator

Overview

Lead pre-bid estimating for commercial concrete projects, creating accurate bids and cost analyses.

Key Responsibilities

• data analysis
• quantity takeoffs
• cost estimation
• bid preparation
• pre-bid review
• concrete projects

Tasks

-Leverage Data for Smarter Bids: Research and analyze historical data—including purchase orders, subcontracts, and productivity reports—to establish benchmarks and best practices for future estimates. -Concrete at Scale: Work on landmark structural concrete and civil projects that define skylines and connect communities. -Lead the Pre-Bid Process: Review proposal specifications, analyze drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to fully define the scope of work and identify all components needed for a winning estimate. -Adapt & Contribute: Take on additional estimating or preconstruction tasks as assigned, supporting the overall success of the estimating team. -Collaborate on Bid Strategies: Contribute to the preparation of complete bid package documents, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance with project requirements. -Build Estimates from the Ground Up: Perform detailed quantity takeoffs, research material pricing, calculate labor man-hours, and assess equipment costs to create accurate, competitive bids.

Requirements

• math
• estimating
• 2+ years
• communication
• drawing interpretation
• bachelor's

What You Bring

-Math & Measurement Mastery: Strong command of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions, plus the ability to apply geometric formulas and equations to calculate areas, volumes, and quantities for take-offs. -Estimating Expertise: Solid understanding of estimating techniques, cost control, and material pricing, with the ability to balance accuracy, competitiveness, and profitability. -Proven Experience: At least 2 years of commercial estimating success, with a track record of translating plans and drawings into accurate, competitive bids. -Client & Stakeholder Communication: Comfortable engaging with customers, regulatory agencies, and business partners, providing clear and confident responses to inquiries. -Technical Fluency: Skilled in reading, interpreting, and responding to engineering drawings, technical plans, purchase orders, and contracts — all in clear, professional English. -Educational Foundation: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred — or equivalent hands-on experience in commercial estimating.

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Benefits

-Competitive Package: Total Compensation, Including Bonus and Perks 120K to 150K DOE -Growth You Can See: Clear advancement into senior leadership roles in preconstruction and estimating. -A Proven Future: 50+ years of success with leadership that invests in cutting-edge technology and smarter ways to build.

About Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction

-Focuses on delivering high-quality, complex construction projects across various sectors, including infrastructure, commercial, and industrial. -Excels in heavy civil construction, with experience in building roads, bridges, and large-scale transportation infrastructure. -Has a strong presence in both public and private sectors, working on government contracts as well as commercial developments. -Notable projects include major highway construction, airport expansions, and large industrial facilities.

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