Estimator; Heavy Civil-Earthwork and Underground Piping

Estimator (Heavy Civil-Earthwork and Underground Piping) Base pay range

$/yr - $/yr

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This position is responsible for developing accurate, timely proposals and estimates for both private and public sector projects. Additionally, the Estimator will assist the Senior Estimator/Project Manager in all aspects of the bid/estimating process from review of plans and specifications, negotiating prices from subcontractors and suppliers through completion of bid/estimating effort including closeout.

• Analyzes and compiles estimate data that impact labor costs, materials, equipment requirements, location and other factors to ensure a timely estimate.
• Reviews drawings, specifications and proposed project site conditions, records findings and solicits input from Senior Management and field operations in final project estimate.
• Develops and maintains a positive relationship with owners.
• Consult with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Utilizes existing cost history as a reference to complete estimate.
• Keeps organized records and files and ensure all project information is supplied to the project coordinator and project managers in a timely manner.
• Develops and manages takeoffs to confirm quantities and ensure accuracy of drawings.
• Presents bids include constructability, risk factors, schedules and budgets to review teams prior to bid submission.
• Participates in post completion review/analysis of bids and projects for future improvement.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in Heavy Civil estimating support, earthwork and underground piping.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawing, and specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to discipline.
• Strong computer skills and familiarization with software programs for job costing, scheduling and estimating.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Goal oriented with the ability to set goals and achieve them.

• A valid California Driver's License
• Licensed Professional Engineer (preferred)

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Effective Communication
• Leadership
• Analytical Thinking
• Conflict Management
• Business Acumen
• Personal Integrity

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Office - The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Job Site - While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time…