What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Estimator position at HIS Constructors, Inc?
**THIS IS A HEAVY CONSTRUCTION JOB. MUST HAVE BRIDGE, CIVIL CONSTRUCTION, AND/OR EXCAVATING EXPERIENCE.**
HIS Constructors, Inc is hiring an Estimator with excavation and/or bridge experience. The Bridge Estimator will prepare bid packages, conceptual estimates, analysis of subcontractor bids, etc. for projects. They will maintain current, accurate information on prices from suppliers and contractors through direct contact and written materials, price lists, etc. A Bridge Estimator will work with owners, A/E’s and the project team to resolve technical matters during negotiation and project construction. They prepare cost estimates for change orders.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Attend site visits, prepare cost estimates and proposals for projects
· Responsible for all phase of completing estimates or budgets including
· Make bid presentations to potential customers
· Utilize HCSS “Heavy Bid” software in preparing estimates
· Promote estimates into job accounting software
· Provides support to projects/tasks managed by others in estimating group
· Work with Project Managers to prepare Change Orders and Extra Work pricing
· Maintains favorable productive client relations
· Assists with project scope, technical approach, and resource allocation phases of project development
Qualifications:
- Superior communication skills
- Excellent project & time management capabilities.
- Goal driven and detail oriented
- Consistent professionalism and ethical behavior
- Strong problem solving, analytical, and employee relations skills
Education/Training/Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years experience in Estimating role
- 3 or more years experience in bridge construction
- At least 2 year degree in related field preferred
Equal Employment Opportunity
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Construction estimating: 3 years (Required)
- Bridge Estimating: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $100,000 - $125,000
