Estimator- Earthworks

Job Description

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- Earthworks role at DPR Construction
. This position requires at least 5 years of civil construction estimating experience. Estimators will review bid documents, perform take-offs, create models for GPS field control, and develop estimates of basic and intermediate size/complexity for Self-Perform Earthwork scopes while handling deliverables for multiple, simultaneous projects.

• Demonstrate understanding and alignment with DPR safety procedures and incorporate these into the projects and department routines, as appropriate.
• Handle the project from first estimate all the way through contracts being formalized.
• Look beyond the information that has been given, ask the right questions, and work to provide a complete earthwork cost evaluation and approach to the project.
• Provide innovative solutions to complex issues related to cost, lead-times, trade partners, and/or specified products or materials.
• Make reliable predictions for cost and estimate across all aspects of earthwork construction, including analysis of geotechnical reports and methods required for earthworks scope in the Mountain States region.
• Prepare detailed conceptual earthwork cost estimates and conceptual cost studies from schematic or feasibility-level documentation.
• Track and update vendor information and manage local vendor database.
• Manage estimating software database.
• Prepare detailed estimates and develop variance summaries between estimates and value engineering studies throughout design evolution.
• Assemble and present a complete estimate package that communicates the earthwork estimate to any audience.
• Collaborate with the entire project team to establish necessary staffing and project requirements.
• Understand scope, crews, production, and factors that affect construction cost.
• Prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade-specific clarifications, and comprehensive bid packages for sub-tiers.
• Participate in the bidding process: solicit bids, communicate with bidders, evaluate subcontractor proposals, and use bid tally sheets.
• Work closely with Operations Team (Superintendents, Foreman, Project Managers, etc.) to refine earthwork estimates and ensure alignment with project approach, schedule, and logistics.
• Make subcontractor award recommendations and negotiate/finalize subcontracts with trade partners.
• Serve as a member of the team involved in request for proposal responses (RFPs) and formal presentations for a project.
• Lead and facilitate value engineering sessions with the project team and design team.
• Quantify materials required by calculating items from construction drawings (takeoff). Leverage software to quantify takeoff on 2D plan sets and in 3D models, calculate quantities of required materials for sitework, and identify missing components during drawing analysis. Set up the initial project takeoff template and logically organize the quantity takeoff.
• Create models for GPS field control use.

• Excellent listening skills and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative and innovative approaches to solve problems on a project-by-project basis.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Effective participation in a team environment with both external and internal teammates.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, estimating software (HCSS Heavy Bid or similar), 2D take-off software (Bluebeam or similar), 3D take-off software (AGTEK Gradeworks or similar), project management software (CMiC & HCSS Heavy Job or similar), and scheduling software (Primavera or similar).
• 5+ years of experience in civil construction estimating, including relevant field or engineering experience, preferably within DPR’s core markets.
• Bachelor’s degree a plus but not required.
• A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.
• Salary is determined by experience and is a salaried position.

Full time. Work may necessitate a flexible schedule and/or extended hours when required by project schedule.

Ability to visit various jobsites where DPR Mountain States conducts business.