What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Site Civil Estimator position at W3Global?
About Us
Established in 1969, We are an employee-owned corporation, which places substantial emphasis on self-performance to expand and distinguish itself as a premier general contractor with unique engineering, bidding, construction, and management capabilities not available in competitors.
Our project list includes water & wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, power plants, complex electrical systems, rail systems, foundations, bridges, roadways, and tunnels throughout the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast Regions.
We offer employees rewarding careers in the construction industry. Priding ourselves on the quality of our workforce, the approach is founded upon strong, collaborative efforts that ensure the sharing of ideas and the involvement of all stakeholders. As thought leaders in the industry, our team creates solutions that get the job done on time and correctly.
Throughout its history, our hallmarks of SAFETY, QUALITY, and ON-TIME CONSTRUCTION have been evident in our projects. Shaped by industry-leading professionals, employee-owners, and highly skilled craft personnel, in all we do, we live by and strive to demonstrate "Excellence Built on Integrity."We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Position Overview
The ideal candidate will have 5 years of estimating experience in heavy construction and at least 10 years in the industry, including: highways, site civil, dirt and pipe work, structural, and foundations. Experience in water plants, wastewater plants, industrial facilities, and mechanical estimating is a plus. Experience with HeavyBid with knowledge of Excel, BlueBeam, and Microsoft Office required. Experience submitting bids to DOTs and State/municipal entities highly desired. Ideal candidates possess strong personal initiative, excellent planning and problem-solving capabilities, and effective interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
Established in 1969, We are an employee-owned corporation, which places substantial emphasis on self-performance to expand and distinguish itself as a premier general contractor with unique engineering, bidding, construction, and management capabilities not available in competitors.
Our project list includes water & wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, power plants, complex electrical systems, rail systems, foundations, bridges, roadways, and tunnels throughout the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast Regions.
We offer employees rewarding careers in the construction industry. Priding ourselves on the quality of our workforce, the approach is founded upon strong, collaborative efforts that ensure the sharing of ideas and the involvement of all stakeholders. As thought leaders in the industry, our team creates solutions that get the job done on time and correctly.
Throughout its history, our hallmarks of SAFETY, QUALITY, and ON-TIME CONSTRUCTION have been evident in our projects. Shaped by industry-leading professionals, employee-owners, and highly skilled craft personnel, in all we do, we live by and strive to demonstrate "Excellence Built on Integrity."We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Position Overview
The ideal candidate will have 5 years of estimating experience in heavy construction and at least 10 years in the industry, including: highways, site civil, dirt and pipe work, structural, and foundations. Experience in water plants, wastewater plants, industrial facilities, and mechanical estimating is a plus. Experience with HeavyBid with knowledge of Excel, BlueBeam, and Microsoft Office required. Experience submitting bids to DOTs and State/municipal entities highly desired. Ideal candidates possess strong personal initiative, excellent planning and problem-solving capabilities, and effective interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
- Assist with quantity takeoffs, pricing and bidding of construction projects, with focus on site civil work
- Often works in conjunction with other members of the bid team to prepare accurate proposals
- Assist with final assembly of estimate for presenting to owners
- Capable of both hard bid and conceptual estimating
- Work to develop and manage a strong working relationship with suppliers and subcontractors
- Ability to select and solicit high quality suppliers and subcontractors
- Able to review project documents for value analysis/engineering suggestions
- Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, and other topographical and geographical data to bid projects
- 10 years of progressive experience in heavy construction, including: site civil, highways, water plants, wastewater plants, and industrial facilities, with 5 years of estimating experience
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field or equivalent experience
- Excellent organization skills
- Ability to provide quantity takeoffs and pricing from technical drawings
- Proficiency with BlueBeam and Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Experience with AGTEK type programs preferred
- Working knowledge of HCSS preferred
- Federal contracting experience a plus
- Valid driver's license
- Working knowledge of DBE compliance for bids a plus
- Knowledge of Smartbid and Sharepoint a plus
- Ability to meet fast-paced, changing schedules and priorities for bids
- Keen awareness of industry recommended practices, OSHA requirements, equipment, and QA/QC
- Competitive wages
- Bonus program
- 401(k) match
- Medical benefits provided with yearly HSA bonus amount, as approved
- Vacation program
- 7 paid holidays
- Opportunities for personal career growth available
- Company ownership available
- Company vehicle options
- Mentorship program available
