We're on the lookout for a driven Estimator to join our team. As an Estimator, you'll have the opportunity to:
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate the overall estimating effort pertinent to specific bids/projects as assigned.
- Evaluate incoming bid solicitations to ensure relevance and compatibility. Maintain an updated bid schedule.
- Review proposal specifications, drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to establish the scope of work and necessary contents for estimates.
- Aid in the preparation of preliminary schedules as needed for estimates.
- Conduct detailed takeoffs accurately.
- Collaborate with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders to develop a comprehensive scope of work and estimate.
- Work closely with engineers to devise bid designs for designated design scopes.
- Acquire knowledge of the project and relevant regulations essential for project execution.
- Assess subcontractor and vendor quotes for accuracy and completeness.
- Leverage and sustain historical data in bid preparation.
- Monitor client modifications and inform the estimating team of any scope changes during the estimating phase.
- Manage awarded contracts as assigned, potentially including estimating additional work items, change orders, and credits.
- Collaborate with the project management team in finalizing material and subcontractor procurement.
- Compile turnover packages for awarded projects for the project management team.
- Maintain records of working documents as backup for estimate figures, including up-to-date information on supplier and subcontractor prices.
- Explore and evaluate options for the most efficient construction methods.
- Understand the best value approach to securing new projects.
- Perform any additional duties as delegated.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.
- 2 or more years of relevant estimating experience, possessing a solid grasp of cost control, schedule tracking, material pricing, and estimating techniques.
- Preferably, experience in heavy civil or commercial construction.
- Proficiency in HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating software is advantageous.
- Experience in wastewater treatment or commercial construction is a bonus.
- Design/Build experience is beneficial.
- Ability to thrive under pressure and meet scheduling constraints.
- Excellent time management skills and sound decision-making abilities.
- Proficient in reading and comprehending drawings and specifications.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential.
- Capable of working harmoniously with individuals at all organizational levels, both internally and externally.