What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Estimator position at Brix Paving Northwest Inc?
Company Overview
We are now 100% Employee Owned!
Brix Paving Northwest IInc.c has been working in the paving industry since 1998.
Our experienced crews work efficiently utilizing the latest technology to accommodate the varying needs of any project. Our reputation among project owners and engineers is a testament to our customer service. Lasting relationships with reputable subcontractors allow for successful project completion. Experience with the latest construction trends provides us with an opportunity to offer value engineering options.
Brix Paving NW has a 41% minority workforce and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. Minorities, women and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Job Description
Senior Estimator is responsible for all aspects of the bid process, from initial project review to final submission. They will develop accurate and competitive bids for asphalt paving and related civil projects. This role requires a deep understanding of construction methods, materials and costs, with a strong emphasis on leveraging HCSS HeavyBid and other HCSS products to improve efficiency and accuracy.
Responsibilities
- Analyzing required bid documents, including plans and specs to gain a thorough understanding of the project
- Determining what factors of production will influence the cost of a service or product
- Preparing estimates for the product or service
- Developing and maintaining relationships with company vendors and contractors
- Managing bids from vendors and contractors
- Using bid data to prepare a detailed cost analysis
- Presenting prepared estimates to management and other stakeholders
- Compiling and recording actual costs
Qualifications
- 4 years of experience in the asphalt/concrete industry or estimating
- Experience with HCSS HeavyBid and Bluebeam is strongly recommended
- Proficiency in mathematics, statistics and data analysis
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
- Report writing and strategic planning skills
- Familiarity with analyzing required data to develop material and cost estimates for large projects
- Expertise with analytic tools, such as spreadsheets and database managers
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents
- Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional time management skills
Benefits
- ESOP
- 401K
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- PTO
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Ongoing training opportunities
- Career growth opportunities
How to apply: You can either come by in-person, reply to this posting, or contact us directly with questions.
Brix Paving Northwest, Inc.
11277 SW Clay St. Suite C
Sherwood, Oregon 97140
503-570-9355
HR@brixpaving.com