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Earthwork Estimator

Hughes General Contractors
Hughes General Contractors Salary
North Salt Lake, UT Full Time
POSTED ON 1/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2025

Hughes General Contractors, Inc. is a longstanding family owned business with more than 65 years of experience, depth of knowledge and tradition. We are known within the industry for our outstanding employee culture and a business model offering steady, year-round employment with amazing benefits and opportunities for growth.

We are proud to offer you

  • Semi-Mo Pay
  • Medical / RX Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Accident Plan
  • Critical Illness Plan
  • 401(K)
  • Flex 125 Cafeteria Plan
  • Family Defender Plan
  • In-House Training Opportunities
  • Company Store

Job Summary

Hughes General Contractors is looking for an Earthwork Estimator to join our team. As the Estimator you will be responsible for the preparation of thorough, accurate, and timely estimates primarily for drainage, utility, grading, asphalt paving, crack seal, and seal coating projects. You will be responsible for cost accuracy for all estimates. You will be expected to maintain a high level of professionalism and communicate effectively while working closely with others. Prior experience is required.

Job Duties :

  • Perform bidding for possible projects
  • Identify new business opportunities to bid on
  • Perform accurate and quality take offs and price out full projects
  • Contact subcontractors, suppliers, and specialty service companies for RFP's
  • Understand unit costs of different construction materials and labor
  • Track and project remaining cost during the construction process
  • Manage change orders and work requests
  • Process contracts, bonds, and insurance certificates
  • Manage subcontractor database
  • Market and invite subcontractors to bid on projects
  • Read and understand Plans, Specifications and Contracts
  • Review cost vs. budget & general construction productivity
  • Encourage repeat business & develop field contacts
  • Troubleshoot cost issues for the Division V.P., Project and Superintendent
  • Understand VE process and can lead a working session
  • Qualifications and / or Experience

  • Bid to win Experience
  • Estimating, Construction Management, Business Admin
  • 5 Years' experience in Paving and Earthwork Estimating
  • Knowledge of grading, paving, crack and seal coat processes
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Experience with CMGC Delivery
  • Experience with Design Build
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficient time management skills
  • Knowledge of Smart Bid and Plan Swift
  • Knowledge of On-Screen Takeoff Software / Oasis
  • Ability to multi-task and manage several different activities at a time
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
  • Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry and surveying.
  • Special Requirements : Must be able to pass controlled substance tests prior to and at all times during employment.

    The Hughes Companies; Hughes General Contractors, Inc., Lakeview Rock Products, Inc., and Preferred Paving, LLC. are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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