Sr. Estimator (Heavy Civil)

General Summary

This position is responsible for developing accurate and timely proposals and estimates for both private and public sector works projects from $50 to $100 million to ensure Granite is a responsive bidder.

Essential Job Accountabilities

• Create and promote a safety program that provides for a safe work environment that meets or exceeds Granite’s Annual Incident Goal, and foster a culture that expects participation at all levels
• Create and/or foster a quality culture that recognizes the affect of quality on all operations, and takes steps necessary to provide a product or service that is a source of pride for our workers, and pleasing to our customers
• Analyze and compile estimate data that impact the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location and other factors to ensure a high quality and timely estimate
• Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase competitiveness of the bid
• Review “take-off” quantities to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates
• Utilize existing cost history as a check to complete estimate
• Apply mathematical calculations requiring advanced analytical processes to ensure logically estimated costs are accurate
• Present estimate and participate in bid reviews with senior management to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Communicate with owners, subcontractors, public and private entities to ensure competitiveness
• Communicate estimate bid information to field operations at pre-construction meetings to ensure understanding of scope of job and critical means and methods of construction
• Develop and maintain business relationships to increase bid opportunities in the regional market
• Supervise, direct, and mentor estimating staff to ensure individual development and Granite standards are met
• Participate in and/or lead Design-build preconstruction services to ensure a high quality, competitive estimates and schedules
• Participate in and/or lead means and method discussions, being the catalyst to drive creative thinking and innovative ideas that distinguishes a successful estimate

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent related work experience

Work Experience

• 10+ years estimating experience
• Prior management experience required

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), AGTEK Take-off and Primavera Scheduling software
• Advanced knowledge of Estimating software
• Advanced knowledge of civil engineering principles
• Advanced knowledge of construction principles and equipment capabilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of agency (U)DBE requirements

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk and hear
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Specific Vision Abilities Required

• Close vision
• Able to adjust focus

Reasonable Accommodations

• Made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Subject to Outside Working Conditions

• At times will be working around large construction equipment, must be safety conscious

About Granite Construction Incorporated

• Member of the S&P 400 Index
• One of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers
• Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer
• Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic

Our Benefits

• Paid holidays, sick leave
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance
• Flexible spending plans
• Special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more

Base Salary Range

• $140,946.00 - $233,089.00

About Granite Construction Incorporated

• Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers
• Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer
• Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic
• We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws
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