What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Terra Engineering & Construction Corporation?
COMPANY
Terra Engineering & Construction Corporation is a civil construction company specializing in earth retention, drilling, deep foundations, dams, watercourse and marine work, underground utilities, excavating and grading. Terra also provides engineering/design build services for earth retention and deep foundation structures.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Terra Engineering & Construction Corporation, an employee-owned company, has an opportunity for an Estimator based out of Madison, WI. This position will estimate all aspects of civil and foundation construction. This position will have some local and regional travel.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES
The specific responsibilities of the Estimator include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Project document review/analysis
- Quantity takeoffs
- Cost sourcing and pricing
- Risk assessment
- Bid preparation
- Site inspections
- Cross team collaboration
- Post-bid monitoring
- Coordinate subcontractor scopes
- Corresponding and negotiating with the owner or general contractors
- Leading, mentoring and managing staff
- Other duties as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
Basic Qualifications
· Associates degree in a construction field or 2 years of experience.
· Estimating experience in civil and foundations construction preferred
· Ability to handle multiple projects at one time and manage tight deadlines
· Ability to successfully negotiate terms and conditions
· Excellent verbal and written communication to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
· Strong attention to detail
· Computer software proficient, specifically with estimating and take-off software
Terra offers a competitive total compensation package. Benefits include:
· ESOP Ownership
· 401K
· Health, Dental, Life Insurance
· Flexible Spending Accounts
· Long- and Short-Term Disability
· Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave
TO APPLY
Send resume to employment@whyterra.com
- An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employergineering, or a related field is preferred