What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Estimator, Bridge & Roadway position at Texas Sterling Construction?
Application Instructions
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced senior-level Roadway Estimator to join our team at Texas Sterling! As an Estimator, you will be responsible for providing support in areas of roadway, heavy civil, and highway bridge projects. The estimating tasks will involve hard bid estimates for concrete and asphalt paving, road widening, drainage lines, road reconstruction, bridge work, and dirt work. This is a unique opportunity to work on projects ranging from $5 million to $30 million in the vibrant cities of San Antonio, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Houston.
Position Description
Some of the essential duties and responsibilities include :
- Reviewing proposal specifications and drawings and attending pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
- Proficiently preparing estimates by calculating various statistical data such as quantity take-offs, material price lists, labor costs per man-hour, and equipment costs and applying them to the complete scope of work
- Reviewing / researching historical data (purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc.) and compiling summary reports to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimates
- Incorporating historical data into unit and man-hour figures
- Actively participating in developing bid package estimate documents
- Proficiently maintaining files of working documents for back-up to estimating figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.
- Creating, sending, and managing subcontractor requests for proposal
- Reviewing design options and recommending the best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials
- Following awarded contracts as assigned - may include estimating extra work items, change orders, credits, procuring materials, etc.
- Performing other duties as directed
Position Requirements
To qualify for this position, you must have :
Benefits
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer : We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
