Estimator, Heavy Civil - Michels Construction, Inc.

About the role

If you like variety and challenge and take satisfaction from knowing your work supports modern construction, consider joining the Michels Construction, Inc., Infrastructure Operations team. Our business spans across North America and relies on hassle-free transportation to deliver the safe, high-quality, cost-effective work with minimal inconveniences to users.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate bid specifications and drawings
• Attend pre-bid meetings
• Solicit material and subcontractor quotes
• Ensure all requirements for successfully bidding and winning the project are met
• Work with Project Management teams to follow up on bids and budgets to close the business

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, or equivalent from a 4-year college or university
• 3+ years of related heavy civil construction estimating experience, or equivalent combination
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Working knowledge of estimating and scheduling software (HCSS, B2W)
• Negotiation experience
• Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record
• Position requires around 25% travel for jobsite visits, pre-bid meetings, and pre-construction meetings

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and result-driven individual
• Works independently and produces highly accurate work in a timely manner
• Thrives in fast-paced environments under tight deadlines
• Relishes new challenges and evolving technology
• Collaborates and communicates effectively with teammates
• Likes to know their efforts are noticed and appreciated

Skills

• Forward-thinking
• Performance-driven
• Quality-focused

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan
• Varies based on location and position

Pay

Depending on your positions and location, you may participate in a different benefit plan. The expected salary range for this position is $94,000—$129,000 USD.

Schedule

Position requires around 25% travel for jobsite visits, pre-bid meetings, and pre-construction meetings.