Senior Estimator – Public Works Construction

MJ Hughes Construction – Vancouver or Tacoma, Washington

Compensation

• $130,000 to $180,000 Annually

Benefits Offered

• Consistent schedule
• Steady employment
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance
• Generous paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• (7) Paid holidays
• 401k with match

Employment Type

Full-Time

Why Work Here?

“Great team, fun and challenging projects, growth opportunity.”

MJ Hughes Construction has a long history of building great projects, and relationships with our clients and employees. To build on our past and continue to grow, we are searching for a Senior Estimator to play a crucial role in the company’s future. This role is an exceptional opportunity for the right applicant who is looking for long-term career growth, exciting challenges and a place at the table with the senior leadership team.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Senior Estimators are responsible for the development and delivery of complete construction estimates for a variety of projects in public works and heavy civil construction. This role will provide expertise and leadership for all estimating efforts, ensuring that projects align with company objectives and goals for company performance. Specific position responsibilities:

Oversee estimating process including solicitation of bids from vendors and subcontractors; tracking, follow up and reporting on multiple estimates

Assist in preparing technical narratives for RFP and RFQ responses

Develop, adjust, and communicate estimating process improvements

Ensure the timely completion of estimates within tight deadlines and assigned budgets, including timely reviews with senior management.

Participate in professional organizations to ensure updated knowledge of trends and practices within the construction industry

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in heavy civil construction, at least 3 years’ of estimating experience
• Knowledge of construction practices for earthwork and concrete construction projects
• Expertise with unit price contracting
• Preferably has experience with HCSS Heavy Bid, Insite takeoff
• Availability to travel regionally as needed for business purposes
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering preferred

About MJ Hughes Construction:

Founded in 1996 with offices in Vancouver and Tacoma Washington, MJ Hughes is a securely established general contractor providing heavy civil construction services to public agencies such as US Army Corps of Engineers and Washington State Department of Transportation in the Pacific Northwest. MJ Hughes has offices in Vancouver and Tacoma Washington. MJ Hughes supports its employees by offering continued education, and promotes from within the organization. Visit our website for more information about our history, projects and our staff.

Building a career at MJ Hughes Construction may be the MOST valuable thing you could do…

Must be able to pass a pre employment drug screen.

MJ Hughes Construction is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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