Heavy Civil Estimator
We are experts in Site Development, Bridge, Highway, and other Transportation Construction Projects. As a Senior Civil Cost Estimator, you will play a crucial role in reviewing construction plans and municipal specifications, performing quantity takeoffs, and obtaining vendor quotations for both private and public sector projects.
- Conduct thorough reviews of preliminary and final civil construction plans for bid proposals.
- Examine relevant municipal specifications.
- Perform quantity takeoffs for earthwork, grading, paving, utilities, and site concrete.
- Obtain and carefully review vendor quotations.
- Assist with various office tasks related to construction estimating as needed.
Your responsibilities will include:
· Preparing and ordering bid documents.
· Familiarizing yourself with the project site and scope of work.
· Conducting work quantity take-offs and accurate field measurements.
· Calculating project cost analysis based on plans, specifications, and field measurements.
· Obtaining and analyzing subcontractor quotes.
· Complete preparation of project bids.
· Acting as a liaison between the office and the field.
· Attending pre-construction meetings with owners and general contractors.
· Preparing and maintaining correspondence and documentation.
· Assisting with the collection of receivables.
· Understanding and analyzing detailed bid specifications, schematics, and drawings.
· Preparing accurate estimates and packages for projects.
· Assisting with scheduling, job layout, and change order preparation.
· Tracking the progress of multiple bids and bid results.
· Overseeing and managing change orders during project progression.
· Overseeing and managing project closeouts upon completion.
· Delivering accurate and timely estimates and bid proposals to clients.
· Maintaining positive relationships with clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
· Communicating effectively with other departments and team members.
· Conducting local travel to review bids and inspect job sites.
Requirements:
- We are seeking a detail-oriented team player with exceptional communication skills.
- You should be familiar with MS Office, AGTEK Sitework, and AutoCAD.
- The ability to read and interpret civil construction plans and documents is essential.
- You must be able to adhere to guidelines and complete project tasks within established time frames.
- We are looking for a motivated self-starter who can take direction and work independently.
- A valid driver's license is required.