What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Estimator - Heavy Civil position at Ferrovial?

About us :

Founded in 1963, Webber is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing intelligent solutions to its clients and community.Webber is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices and projects in the United States and Canada. Webber supports a wide range of project models to meet client needs, including traditional design bid build, design build, alternative delivery models and public private partnership (P3) solutions. Webber also has an in-house engineering services department to help optimize building efficiency and quality while solving complex project challenges using field experience, innovative construction methods and BIM technology. As a subsidiary of Ferrovial, Webber has access to a global network of skilled engineers, best-in-class technology and vast resources.

Job Description : Objective

The position of a Senior Estimator will analyze, prepare and review bids for highway, roadway, and bridge projects. Experience being the primary lead estimator on large ($50 mm plus) estimates.

Regular Job Duties

Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops
Consult with clients, vendors, and personnel in other departments to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
Administer full cycle take-offs and pricing, subcontractor coordination evaluation of skills, bid preparation, and submittal of bids
Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors
Prepare estimates for use in selecting vendors or subcontractors
Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work
Provide leadership to others through example and by sharing knowledge and skill
Maintain a highly organized work area and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
Generate and submit complete estimates
Other unlisted duties will be assigned

Qualifications

Eight (8) or more years of experience in estimating all aspects of Heavy Highway construction including Structures, Earthwork, Walls and Storm Drainage.

Two (2) or more years of on-site field experience. Experience as a Project Manager or Project Engineer is preferred.

A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or similar. Or a minimum Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology with 10 years industry experience.

Thorough knowledge of TXDOT specifications

Experience in Alternate delivery (Design Build, CMGC, CM@R) (A plus, not required)

Moderate to high level of proficiency operating MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint

Knowledgeable in HCSS- Heavybid

Valid driver license for occasional, required travel

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Full understanding of Construction Math concepts

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

Moderate physical activity performing somewhat strenuous daily activities of a primarily administrative nature. Some exposure to outdoors with changing weather conditions such as rain, sun, snow, and wind. Ability to physically maneuver by foot minor obstacles at construction projects

Manual dexterity sufficient to reach / handle items and work with the fingers

Preferred experience using AGTEK or any other earthwork takeoff software

Ability to work largely independently, be self-motivated and demonstrate initiative, managing multiple deadlines at the same time

Ability to work as part of a team or lead a team throughout the bidding process

Provide leadership to others through example and by sharing knowledge and skills

The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

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