Estimator

We are looking for a skilled Estimator to help us build accurate, competitive estimates for a variety of complex Heavy Highway and Civil Sitework projects. The ideal candidate will have experience working on Heavy Highway, Airports, Landfill, and other infrastructure projects. This individual will play a key role in producing estimates, performing takeoffs, soliciting bids from subcontractors and suppliers, and ensuring compliance with MWBE, DBE, and SDVOB goals. The Estimator will also evaluate proposals, attend pre-bid meetings, and compile comprehensive bid packages.

Key Responsibilities:

• Estimate Preparation: Develop detailed and accurate estimates using estimating software, focusing on civil sitework projects, including Heavy Highway, Landfills, Airports, Water/Wastewater Treatment Plants, and Design-Build projects.
• Takeoff Procedures: Perform onscreen and 3D earthwork takeoffs, utilizing the latest technology and software tools.
• Proposal Requests: Issue proposal requests to subcontractors and suppliers through third-party solicitation software, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with all project requirements.
• Pre-Bid Meetings: Attend pre-bid meetings to gather project information, clarify details, and ensure full understanding of client expectations.
• Bid Document Review: Thoroughly review project specifications, drawings, and other bid documents to identify key project elements and risks.
• Project Search: Actively seek upcoming projects by reviewing advertisements, third-party sites, and networking within the industry.
• Supplier/Subcontractor Solicitation: Solicit competitive pricing from suppliers and subcontractors while ensuring that MWBE, DBE, and SDVOB goals are met.
• Compliance Documentation: Track and document all good faith efforts to meet MWBE, DBE, and SDVOB requirements.
• Cost Projections: Apply production rates to equipment and manpower for bid items to determine accurate cost projections.
• Bid Compilation: Assemble final bid pricing, complete all bid documentation, and deliver bids on time.
• Proposal Evaluation: Evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals for cost-effectiveness, qualifications, and compliance with bid specifications.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Estimator with a focus on Heavy Highway, Civil Sitework, or related infrastructure projects.
• Estimating Software: Proficient in using estimating software (e.g., Procore, HCSS, or similar tools).
• Takeoff Skills: Experience with onscreen takeoff and 3D earthwork takeoff tools.
• Bid Document Analysis: Strong ability to review and analyze project specifications, drawings, and bid documents.
• Subcontractor and Supplier Interaction: Proven experience soliciting bids from subcontractors and suppliers and evaluating proposals.
• Compliance Awareness: Familiarity with MWBE, DBE, and SDVOB goals and the ability to document good faith efforts.
• Cost Estimation: Strong understanding of applying production rates to equipment and manpower to establish accurate costs.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to carefully evaluate bids, proposals, and estimates to ensure accuracy and competitiveness.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams and external stakeholders.
• Time Management: Ability to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with third-party solicitation software.
• Previous experience working on large infrastructure projects (Airports, Landfills, Wastewater Treatment Plants, etc.).
• Knowledge of local and state construction regulations and market conditions.

Benefits:

• Competitive Wages
• ESOP
• Health & Dental with generous employer contribution
• Supplemental Insurances (Vision, FSA, Dependent Care, Short-term Disability, Critical Illness, etc.) 
• Paid Holidays
• Generous PTO
• ....and more! 

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The policy applies to all employment practices and actions. It includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, job application process, examination and testing, hiring, training including apprenticeship and on-the-job training, disciplinary actions, rate of pay or other compensation, advancement, classification, transfer, reassignment and promotions.

Salary : $80,000 - $100,000