What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Civil Estimator position at Actalent?
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Civil Estimator to help lead Colorado Springs office. This company has good team camaraderie and great retention. The other Senior Civil Estimator has been at the company for over 15 years. This company has a strong presence in the Colorado market and has been around for over 25 years. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of estimating experience, excavation and site utilities, HeavyBid, and Bluebeam experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform takeoffs, site visits, gathering quotes, and working with subcontractors
- Manage multiple estimates and coordinate with other divisions and personnel for projects
- Study job specifications and evaluate construction methods to determine cost impacts for estimates
- Perform digital and/or plan takeoffs for project quantities and scopes
- Contact vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors for quotes
- Accurately forecast costs of earthwork and utility scopes for proposals
- Conduct site visits and job walks as necessary for estimating
- Interpret and explain costs and budgets to project management and field personnel as needed during construction
- Strive for excellence in every estimate to achieve optimal results and goals
- Possess an ownership attitude and be willing to grow and mentor other team members
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of estimating excavation and site utilities projects
- Experience running estimating department
- Experience with Heavy Bid and Bluebeam (or similar software)
- Experience with projects over $5M
- Civil Engineering or Construction degree preferred but not required
Work Environment
This company is based in Denver Metro and they are looking to grow their Colorado Springs Office. This company self-performs a variety of services including site utilities, milling, asphalt, paving, grading, concrete, and earthwork.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $67.30/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Colorado Springs,CO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 14, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $43 - $67
