Estimator - Asphalt Construction

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity take-offs, pricing, scoping and bidding of construction projects.
• Visit project site to develop a thorough understanding of the site conditions.
• Assess site risks and develop plans to mitigate.
• Develop a clear understanding of the project specifications and bidding requirements.
• Compose and manage both verbal and written clarification correspondence with the client.
• Responsible for gathering information related to asphalt, paving, and other materials needed to complete the project.
• Identify constructability issues through the estimating process.
• Identify value-engineering alternatives and other opportunities to gain a competitive advantage.
• Prepare detailed proposals and bid packages for submission to clients.
• Review estimates with project managers, superintendents and other estimators to ensure project costs are accurately captured in the estimate.
• Prepare preliminary pre-bid schedules.
• Issue subcontractor award notices or letters of intent.
• Cook up successful bid hand-offs to project management and job supervisory team.
• Complete all forms/paperwork required by VDOT/Municipal contracts.
• Assure compliance with MBE/DBE and/or SWAM requirements of contract in bid process.
• Assure all appropriate subcontractors have been solicited.
• Work with various internal team members for project setup and project completion.
• Cook up project billing based on contract specs.
• Communicate with project management throughout life of project to track estimated versus actual costs.
• Study ongoing and historical job performance to assist with accurate pricing in the future.

Requirements

• Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and other members of the Adams team.
• Must be able to multi-task and problem solve.
• Must have strong individual work ethic and desire to continue learning.
• Strong organizational skills are required.
• Must be able to maintain customer relationships in a positive manner.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with project managers and crew superintendents.
• Must demonstrate analytical and systematic thinking.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required; College degree is preferred.
• 5+ years estimating and highway construction experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills are required; the ability to track and meet all deadlines related to bids and project submittal requirements.
• Knowledge of working with contracts/VDOT is preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.

Benefits

Benefit Description Medical Health Savings Account Dental Employer paid life/AD&D insurance Vision Employer paid short term disability 401K Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off and Holidays Employee Wellness Program Phone: 540-283-7968 We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you want to view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster, please choose your language: English – Spanish – Arabic - Chinese