Estimator

The ideal candidate will be detail oriented with strong prioritization (multi-tasking), organization and communication skills. The ability to meet deadlines in a short time frame is also a must. It is important for this person to be able to have outstanding organizational skills and be able to achieve results in a stressful environment. This person will be responsible for developing accurate and reliable estimates for multiple, simultaneous projects.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:

• Understanding of CSI, Masterformat and Uniformat
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Preferred Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of experience in heavy-civil construction or mining estimating.
• Operations/field experience is a plus
• Good understanding of heavy-civil construction means/methods and equipment selection
• Experience with heavy-industrial/mechanical installations a plus (i.e. crushers, conveyors, pump stations, structural concrete, etc…)
• Proficient in developing estimates for self-performed work, including but not limited to mass excavation, underground utilities, clearing & grubbing, rock crushing & screening
• Demonstrable experience in roles of increasing responsibility in commercial construction estimating
• Familiarity with Building Connected, Agtek, and B2W Estimating software
• Strong hard bid estimating skills and/or strong conceptual estimating skills
• Ability to independently develop complete estimates
• Ability to participate in job walks and pre-bid meetings
• Some overnight travel may be required, depending on project location

Primary Job Functions:

• Developing and managing estimates on multiple, simultaneous projects from Concept to GMP or hard bid
• Manage estimating teams in the development of accurate estimates
• Develop, communicate and manage expectations of estimating teams
• Balance workload and assignments among estimators to meet deadlines
• Work with clients and design teams
• Lead and participate in accurate quantity take-off and detailed estimates
• Develop a plan for satisfying small business goals when required
• Coordinate the completion of all client deliverables for estimates to insure consistency
• Coordinate with operations teams to ensure estimates and assumptions meet project requirements
• Identify appropriate trade contractors and develop sub lists for budgets, bids and RFPs
• Develop bid tabulations and indirect cost estimates/proposals for General Conditions/Requirements/Fees/Permits/etc. on negotiated and hard bid projects
• Proficient in all trade scope review and identifying high risk issues on projects
• Ability to independently develop accurate detailed self-perform estimates
• Collaboratively develop cost strategies to meet client budget needs
• Mentoring and developing estimators
• Support preconstruction efforts of multiple office locations

Characteristics of the successful candidate:

• Will have a proven track record within the construction industry
• Self-starter who works well under pressure with the ability to meet strict deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• This role will require this individual to have an in-depth understanding and strong experience in estimating and preconstruction work
• They must be self-motivated, accountable for their work
• Accurate, detailed and well-organized
• Creative solution-orientated approach
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills