Job Description

Responsibilities

Civil Estimator plans, budgets, oversees and documents all aspects of the estimating and bid process. Estimators will work closely with senior management to make sure that the estimate and bid align with company policies, processes, procedures, protocols and budget. Estimators might work independently or in a group setting.

Job Skills and Requirements

• Unprecedented knowledge regarding all facets of the construction industry.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and means and methods.
• Problem Solving Skills: Good judgment, analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to make logical decisions.
• Proficiency with computers, familiarity with construction management software packages, and the ability to learn and use company-specific software programs including but not limited to equipment tracking software. Taught onsite.
• Travel is required and therefore must have a valid driver's license and no infractions.
• Willingness to submit to an initial background/drug check and periodic random drug screenings and provide previous employment recommendations.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills, be able to relate well with various personality types, and to be approachable.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Strong organizing skills and aptitude.
• Creating budgets and strong mathematical skills/education/background

Advanced Skills

• Negotiating contracts with customers and sub-contractors.
• Advanced Knowledge of multiple construction trades.

Job Duties

Analyzing requirement documents, blueprints and project plans to gain a thorough understanding of the project.

Determining what factors of production will influence the cost of a service or product.

Preparing material estimates and cost estimates for the product or service.

Creating labor estimates for any project.

Developing and maintaining relationships with company vendors and contractors.

Managing bids from vendors and contractors.

Using bid data to prepare detailed a cost analysis.

Presenting prepared estimates to management and other stakeholders.

Compiling and recording actual costs.

The Civil Estimator estimates and bids projects pertaining to the construction, in accordance with company policies and governmental regulations. Manages all aspects of the estimating and bid process from the inception to the conclusion.

Essential Functions

• Serves as the point of contact on assigned bids and performs a variety of highly skilled duties such as: assembling, coordinating and managing several bid packages.
• Facilitates and troubleshoots the myriad of problems associated with bidding.
• Provides highly skilled technical and management advice and assistance to management and personnel.
• Respond to inquiries about estimates.
• Leads and/or attends various business development and estimating reviews and pre-job meetings.
• Acts as liaison between the company and outside sources i.e. customers, inspectors, and subcontractors.
• Assists in developing company plans, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinates project timelines and allocation of resources.

Competencies

• Collaboration Skills.
• Project and Time Management.
• Decision Making.
• Communication Proficiency.
• Organization and Planning Skills.
• Results Driven.
• Client Focused.
• Proficient with Computers.
• Analytical and Problem Solving.
• Adaptability
• Ethical Conduct.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
• Honor's degree preferred.
• Completion of Articles.
• 5 years post-article experience.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite (Required)
• Roctek (Preferred)

Bidding software (i.e. Bid2Win) (Preferred)

• Site work & excavation: 5 years (Required)
• Concrete flat work and asphalt paving: 3 years (Preferred)
• Utility construction: 5 years (Preferred)

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: to be discussed upon interview

Schedule:

Monday to Saturday - 8 am to 5 pm

Job Type: Full-time