Construction Estimator

Construction Estimator

Job Description

Equal Opportunity Employer

Supervises: N/A

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary:

Action Traffic Maintenance, we are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Estimator to join our growing preconstruction team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to develop their estimating skills across a variety of highway, civil, and infrastructure project types. Working closely with senior estimators and project managers, the Estimator will support the full bid lifecycle - from initial project review through final bid submission.

Essential Job Functions:

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all the following essential functions. These examples do not include all the duties, which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

· Respond to correspondence (phone, email, etc.) with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.

· Review and analyze project plans, specifications, and bid documents for our Fence & Cable Barrier division, but could also include Guardrail, Traffic Control, Sign Installation, and Drilled Shaft Foundations

· Assist in preparing detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates

· Develop and distribute invitations to bid (ITBs) to subcontractors and suppliers

· Contact and follow up with subcontractors and vendors to ensure adequate bid coverage

· Assist in preparing scope sheets and bid summaries

· Support the estimating team on bid day - compiling and reviewing proposals prior to submission

· Attend pre-bid meetings and project site walks as needed

· Maintain organized bid files and documentation throughout the estimating process

· Assist with project handoff to the project management team upon award

· Collaborate with leadership to continuously improve estimating accuracy and processes

· Work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment to plan and coordinate all aspects of the project, including the ability to adjust quickly to complete a project according to the contract.

· Ensures compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Qualifications:

· Associate's degree in construction management, Project Management, or Building Construction- Preferred

· 3-5 years of experience in a construction environment in an assistant, coordinator, technician-type role, or as a junior estimator, preferably within highway construction.

· Demonstrated knowledge of construction operations and highway construction & Fence principles- Preferred

· At Action Traffic's discretion, may consider an alternative combination of formal education and work experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

· Proficient skill in using office equipment and technology, including but not limited to: Microsoft Suite applications; Outlook, Excel, and Word.

· Strong interpersonal skills, obtaining buy-in and reaching consensus through collaborative efforts.

· Customer-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

· Ability to assess situations, solve problems, and work effectively under stress, within deadlines, and in emergencies.

· Employees are expected to have an understanding of how to read blueprints

· Respond to correspondence (phone, email, etc.) with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness

· Skill in assembling and analyzing data and preparing accurate reports.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk, climb, use hands and fingers, talk, hear, and view, and create written documents. The ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment is also required. The employee must lift or push/pull objects of up to 25 lbs. without assistance. Accommodation may be made, as needed, for employees required to lift or move objects that exceed this weight.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works near moving mechanical equipment and is exposed to weather conditions & uneven terrain, as well as to fumes or airborne particles and noxious odors. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when working in the field.

Equal Opportunity Employer