Senior Construction Estimator

Job Description

Develop comprehensive estimates in accordance with common construction estimating practices and software.
Percieve detailed review of project plans and specifications.
Perform quantity takeoffs for civil and structural construction activities.
Prepare top-down conceptual and bottoms-up detailed estimates.
Utilize HCSS estimating software to create activities, develop crews, and determine production rates to accurately reflect the means and methods required to build the work.
Cookordination with estimating team to ensure all contract scope is covered.
Initiate contact and solicit quotes from subcontractors and material suppliers.
Collaborate with other estimators, schedulers, and construction engineers to develop efficient construction means and methods.
Actively participate in bid reviews.

Required Skills

• Understand the essentials of the heavy civil contracting business, application of products, basic code knowledge, and good organizational skills.
• Demonstrated experience with heavy civil estimating practices.
• More than 5 years of related practical work experience in the direct-hire heavy civil construction industry familiar with products, methods, and estimating activities.
• Must have a clear understanding of, and ability to work with construction contract documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Excellent communication skills including ability to effectively present ideas and work product to team members.
• Able to work independently and within teams as appropriate.

Desired Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Familiarity with typical project controls and estimating software such as Microsoft Office, Primavera scheduling software, and HCSS HeavyBid is preferred.
• Experience with CAD / 3D modeling is ideal (Trimble Business Center HCE, Civil 3D, OpenRoads).

Security Clearance Requirement

None

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Holidays

Company Culture

We are part of the Critical Infrastructure team, working in collaborative teams to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take pride in projects and solutions that improve communities and enhance mobility, promoting economic growth and sustainability.

Salary Range

$86,700.00 - $151,700.00

Equal Opportunity Employer

We value our employees and provide best-in-class benefits, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, ESOP, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays. We also offer endless growth opportunities and a supportive environment where employees can aim for the stars!

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