Civil Estimator

GLO Resources is currently hiring an experienced Civil Estimator to work in the Baton Rouge area. The rate of pay being offered is between $100K - $125K based on experience. This is a full-time position with the following schedule: Mon – Thurs from 7:30 AM. to 5:00 PM and Fri from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Occasional evening/weekend work or travel may be required as job duties demand.

Position Summary:

The Estimator is responsible for preparing complete, accurate estimates on a variety of projects including deep foundations, civil concrete, and buildings. This is from inception to completion with an execution plan and a budget.

Position Responsibilities:

• Reviews and evaluates requests for estimates
• Have an understanding of the client's bid documents and requirements.
• Includes different types of estimates including Lump Sum, Time, Material, and Budgetary.
• Visits project work sites, clarifies the scope of work, and prepares cost estimates and proposals.
• Reviews construction documents and understands the scope of work to bid.
• Prepares project bid status report and ensures compliance with all specifications and contract & bid invitations.
• Review estimates and revisions for completeness and accuracy.
• Able to work with operations to turnover your estimate narrative and details to facilitate the beginning of a successful project in the field.
• Executes take-offs of construction documents.
• Obtains pricing for material and bids from subcontractors.
• Manages material and subcontractor solicitations and their proposal evaluation.
• Maintains resource information for vendors and subcontractors used in an estimate.
• Participates in weekly staff meetings.

Required Skills, Experience, & Education:

• Minimum of 4 years of field experience in deep foundation, concrete, and buildings.
• Construction Management or Civil Engineering degree preferred; will consider candidates with equivalent knowledge through experience.
• Knowledge of production definition and using information from the estimate to develop schedules in both simple and P6 formats as required.
• Proficient with computer software used in the construction industry (P6). HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating system, Spectrum, is preferred.
• Ability to prepare project bid status reports and ensure compliance with quantities, specifications, and other contract documents.
• Must be able to pass all Safety Council-related courses
• Must undergo Pre-Employment Screening (physical, drug & alcohol screen, audiogram, fit test if applicable)
• Must hold a valid Driver’s License to operate company equipment and/or vehicles
• Willing to work in a professional office setting 90% of the time and visit job sites the remaining 10% of the time.

Physical Demands:

Office Environment – Employee is regularly required to sit; use of hands to grip, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk and must be able to lift and/or move objects up to 25 lbs. Field/Jobsite Environment – Climbing, crawling, crouching, walking on uneven surfaces, and exposure to loud noises are to be expected on a jobsite environment. Exposure to extreme hot or cold outside temperatures is possible.

Benefits Offered:

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Others to be discussed

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Please list in each category the amount of experience you have estimating in civil concrete, deep foundation, and building projects.

Experience:

• HeavyBid: 3 years (Preferred)
• Spectrum: 2 years (Preferred)
• Creating schedules: 1 year (Preferred)
• Construction estimating: 3 years (Required)
• Primavera P6: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $100,000 - $125,000