What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Estimator position at RoadSafe Traffic?
We are seeking a Construction Estimator with experience working in the Road or Highway construction industry in Greenville, SC, to develop quotes for projects put out to bid by state and local agencies and submit them to contractors for consideration. Develop strong customer relations. Negotiate post-bid awards. Build and maintain positive customer relationships with contractors, agencies, and clients.
The starting salary is based on experience. Additional Bonus opportunities are also available!
Why You’ll Love Working for Us:
On-the-job training with full pay
Competitive salary
Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
401k matching
Tuition assistance
Paid time off
Career growth opportunities
What You'll Do:
Work with BM/DM/COO on changing focus from price proposals to value proposals when and where appropriate
Build customer relationships by getting out to see customers, not just sending them price quotes
Review letting schedules and provide feedback to BM, DM & COO regarding unique or large potential opportunities months in advance when possible
Develop bidding strategy through discussions with BM/DM to determine what type of work we should be bidding, where we should bid and with what resources. Involve Ops in bid.
Schedule and participate in bid review calls, including cash flows on larger projects
Work with finance to ensure compliance with state and local tax laws, pre quals, etc
Work with COO to improve standard costs and our approach to estimate cost. We are not trying to necessarily change your pricing, just to get a more realistic estimated margin.
Complete the monthly Bid Pipeline report and submit timely to Financial Analyst to the COO
When project size or complexity out match your skill or scope, involve other estimators, other BMs/DMs and other Districts
Participate in industry events, organizations, etc. to build our business and networking opportunities
What We Need from You:
Must have a minimum of 1+ years of Road/Highway construction Estimating experience, preferably in Traffic Safety or Pavement Marking. Sales training is a plus.
Degree in Construction Management, Financial Management or related field preferred.
Advanced proficiency skills required in Excel and Word.
Experience using HeavyBid Software Estimating or equivalent required.
Understanding of the financial aspects of job costing and “bid to actual results” including variance analysis.
Ability to “build” the project to determine the best approach to building the estimate.
Knowledgeable in branch specific Lines of Business as well as knowledge of customers’ work types. Thorough understanding of state specifications for Traffic Control & Protection, devices, materials, and methods.
Must be familiar with the various equipment used within the scope of the operation and the standard costs associated with each piece
Ability to effectively communicate the scope of work, cost basis and margin in the bid review process, including detailed cost components
Ability to analyze historical results for market trends, labor, and material trends etc and integrate into the final bid.
Industry involvement through trade associations, coalitions with state DOT, or similar.
Understanding of financial documents including balance sheet and profit & loss statement.
Salary : $57,000 - $84,000
