Estimador de Costos de Construcción Civil

About the role

HEI has been an undisputed leader in hiring for over 50 years, with operations in Colorado, the Carolinas, and Texas. As a prominent civil construction company, we are dedicated to transforming landscapes in these regions and want you to join our team. With a relentless focus on safety, people, quality, and production, we tackle diverse projects ranging from roads and bridges to water infrastructure and environmental restoration. Our team consists of highly skilled professionals like you who are ready to give their best. We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Estimator in civil construction to join our team in the Charlotte, North Carolina office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates for commercial and municipal projects in accordance with bidding procedures.
• Perform subcontractor evaluations.
• Attend weekly Estimating team meetings.
• Review all plans, specifications, permits, and owner requirements together with the Estimator.
• Prepare bid proposals, including cost breakdowns, clarifications, scope, and exclusions.
• Develop the project plan list.
• Process and distribute all F.I. (bid information) and project addenda.
• Perform material calculations for subcontractors and suppliers.
• Respond to all subcontractor and supplier inquiries related to bids.
• Support estimation of plans and revisions.
• Assist in valuation of owner and subcontractor change orders, including written narratives and plan overlays.
• Provide value engineering services.
• Prepare subcontractor comparison sheets for evaluation.
• Prepare estimate turnover reports for project managers.
• Help generate scope of work for all trades.
• Participate in post-bid procurement processes.
• Develop call lists and follow up to obtain quotes.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients and subcontractors.
• Prepare project budgets.
• Other duties assigned by the manager.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and HCSS HeavyBid.
• Experience with AGTEK preferred.
• Effective negotiation skills.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Superior level of customer service required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and manage subcontractors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.