Estimator

Gaines and Company is looking for an eager, hard-working, Construction Estimator who is willing to assist our senior estimators.

This position collaborates with our estimating department and operational leaders to coordinate and perform various estimating functions for one or more disciplines (e.g., earthwork, utilities, drainage, asphalt paving, site concrete, etc.).

• Performs or coordinates quantity takeoff, assembles direct cost estimate and analyzes alternate construction methods to determine cost effectiveness.
• Reviews and incorporates historical data from purchase orders, bid tabulations, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports and the job costs system into unit cost, man-hour and crew production figures.
• Reviews proposal specifications and drawings, prepares lists of bid items and quantities.
• Recommends vendors and subcontractors for the project; discusses and obtains appropriate quotations in coordination with the Purchasing Department.
• Interfaces with owner, architect/engineer and subcontractors to provide engineering and cost data regarding project feasibility.
• Reviews design options and recommends best solution based on cost, value engineering or availability of materials.
• Assists in tracking awarded contracts as assigned through review of cost reports and discussions with Project Teams.
• Performs other estimating and project duties as assigned.
• Requires occasional day travel to attend pre-bid meetings, visit job sites and/or to attend conferences or training classes.

• Based on Experience.

• We offer competitive industry-leading benefits (including Medical, Vision and Dental), vacation, paid holidays, annual performance bonus program and 401k.

• Minimum of 5 years of site work construction experience in estimating, operations and/or a civil engineering field.
• Have spent time working in the field performing various disciplines of civil construction.
• College education preferred, but not necessary if you can demonstrate time spent in the field learning the trade.

Gaines and Company is a full-service site development company with offices in Maryland and North Carolina that supports the specialized needs of clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic regions of Maryland, North Carolina, Delaware and Washington, D.C. Celebrating 70 years of experience, Gaines and Company specializes in underground utilities, grading, excavating, erosion controls, and road work. Our clientele includes home builders, developers, general contractors, military installations, and state, federal, and municipal authorities.

When superior results are critical, rely on the turnkey site development company with the track record, experience, and cutting-edge equipment to deliver each job – on-time and within budget – every time.