Some of the essential duties and responsibilities include:
- Reviewing proposal specifications and drawings and attending pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
- Proficiently preparing estimates by calculating various statistical data such as quantity take-offs, material price lists, labor costs per man-hour, and equipment costs and applying them to the complete scope of work
- Reviewing/researching historical data (purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc.) and compiling summary reports to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimates
- Incorporating historical data into unit and man-hour figures
- Actively participating in developing bid package estimate documents
- Proficiently maintaining files of working documents for back-up to estimating figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.
- Creating, sending, and managing subcontractor requests for proposal
- Reviewing design options and recommending the best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials
- Following awarded contracts as assigned may include estimating extra work items, change orders, credits, procuring materials, etc.
- Performing other duties as directed
To qualify for this position, you must have:
- A Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year college, technical school or university in Engineering or Construction Management
- A minimum of 5 years of heavy civil, heavy highway estimating experience involving concrete and asphalt paving, road widening, drainage lines, road reconstruction, bridge work, and roadway dirt work.
- A minimum of 5 years of hard bid estimating
- A minimum of 5 years of estimator and/or a combination of project engineer and estimating experience working on or estimating heavy civil concrete structures, roadway, bridge and dirt excavation, heavy civil projects of $5 million to $30 million.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in calculating area, volume, quantities, etc. in performing take-offs, control, and material pricing.
- A minimum of 4 years of experience in estimating & scheduling software (Primavera, Viewpoint, Heavy Bid, Heavy Job, etc.), Internet and Project Management software; Spreadsheet and Word Processing software.
- The ability to pass criminal and driving background checks
- A valid Driver License
Benefits
- Health Benefits
- Vacation Pay
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan + 5% company match
- Growth and advancement
We are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS [note: bold skills and certification are required]
Bidding
Estimating Software (Heavy Bid, Heavy Job, etc)
Security Clearance Required: NoVisa Candidate Considered: No
COMPENSATION
Base Salary - USD $100,000 to $150,000*** Never repost ***Full-timeBenefits - FullRelocation Assistance Available - NoCommission Compensation - NoBonus Eligible - NoOvertime Eligible - NoInterview Travel Reimbursed - No
CANDIDATE DETAILS5+ to 7 years experienceSeniority Level - Mid-SeniorManagement Experience Required - NoMinimum Education - Bachelor's DegreeWillingness to Travel - Occasionally
SCREENING QUESTIONS
Do you have 4 or more years of experience estimating for road and highway projects?