Lead Estimator (Geotechnical - Deep Excavation & Foundations)

About the role

The Lead Estimator, along with the Senior Estimator, develops accurate, timely, and detailed cost estimates on large, complex heavy civil and mechanical construction projects for bid-build, design-build, and Engineer, Procure and Construct projects. The Lead Estimator is responsible for accurate quantity surveys, preparation of subcontractor and vendor work scopes, and quote analysis, as well as estimating the cost of self-perform work. The Lead Estimator must be a self-starter and work efficiently, meeting critical deadlines while working as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Develops accurate, timely, and detailed cost estimates on large, complex heavy civil and mechanical construction projects.
• Prepares subcontractor and vendor work scopes and conducts quote analysis.
• Estimates the cost of self-perform work.
• Works as part of a team, meeting critical deadlines.
• May be named as Pursuit Sponsor of a particular project if the value requires it.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree – Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management or Similar Technical Training
• 5+ years prior relevant experience in deep foundation & excavation
• Advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience

Benefits

Competitive Salary range (based on experience)

Excellent Insurance Package

401k w/match and Excellent Employee Stock Purchase Plan

An amazing culture focused on Diversity and Inclusion

Our work makes a clear contribution to society and the environment around us. Whether we are building schools to provide inspiring spaces for learning, roads to connect communities or hospitals to care for patients, it all contributes to our purpose – we build for a better society.

Skanska's values — Be Better Together, Act Ethically and Transparently, Commit to Customer and Care for Life — are deeply engrained in how we work, which is why our values support and drive our D&I efforts. We are on a D&I journey that is ongoing. It is a journey of continuous improvement—while we have come a long way, we still have more to go.