Construction Estimator

Bid Management

• Manage the full lifecycle of the bidding process for assigned projects, from initial receipt of the Invitation to Bid (ITB) through final submission.

Plan and Specification Review

• Conduct meticulous review of plans, specifications, and special provisions to fully understand project scope, contractual requirements, and mandatory compliance standards.

Quantity Takeoffs

• Perform accurate and comprehensive quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, and equipment required for specialized work such as concrete repair, post-tensioning, structural strengthening, and bridge rehabilitation.

Cost Estimation

• Develop detailed, bottom-up cost estimates, incorporating direct costs (labor, material, equipment), indirect costs, and a competitive assessment of margins and contingencies.

Subcontractor and Supplier Coordination

• Solicit and evaluate proposals from subcontractors and suppliers. Negotiate pricing and scopes of work to ensure comprehensive coverage and the most cost-effective solution.

Risk Analysis

• Identify, quantify, and document potential project risks (e.g., site access limitations, traffic control phasing, material lead times, regulatory challenges) and integrate appropriate contingencies into the bid.

Technical Compliance

• Ensure all bid packages are fully compliant with standardized submission requirements, including required forms, schedules, and participation goals.

Collaboration

• Work closely with the Business Development, Operations, and Engineering teams to develop innovative methodologies and value-engineering proposals that enhance competitiveness.

Post-Bid Support

• Participate in post-bid interviews, clarifications, and negotiations with clients and agencies. Support the project handover phase, ensuring a clear transfer of estimated costs and bid assumptions to the Project Management team.

Experience

• Minimum of 3–5 years of direct experience estimating heavy civil or specialized construction projects, with a significant emphasis on public infrastructure or government-funded work.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field.

Technical Knowledge

• Strong foundational knowledge of construction methods, materials, and specialized civil engineering techniques relevant to infrastructure repair (e.g., concrete restoration, coatings, structural components).

Software Proficiency

• Advanced proficiency with industry-standard estimating software (e.g., HeavyBid or other comparable civil construction estimating tools) and Microsoft Excel.

Regulatory Understanding

• Familiarity with common public-sector contract language, bidding processes, and compliance requirements.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (including your birthday) & Sick Days
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Stock Investment Program
• Company Truck (for qualifying roles)