SENIOR PROJECT ESTIMATOR

About the job SENIOR PROJECT ESTIMATORSome of the essential duties and responsibilities include:Reviewing proposal specifications and drawings and attending pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimateProficiently preparing estimates by calculating various statistical data such as quantity take-offs, material price lists, labor costs per man-hour, and equipment costs and applying them to the complete scope of workReviewing/researching historical data (purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc.) and compiling summary reports to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimatesIncorporating historical data into unit and man-hour figuresActively participating in developing bid package estimate documentsProficiently maintaining files of working documents for back-up to estimating figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.Creating, sending, and managing subcontractor requests for proposalReviewing design options and recommending the best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materialsFollowing awarded contracts as assigned may include estimating extra work items, change orders, credits, procuring materials, etc.Performing other duties as directedTo qualify for this position, you must have:A Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year college, technical school or university in Engineering or Construction ManagementA minimum of 5 years of heavy civil, heavy highway estimating experience involving concrete and asphalt paving, road widening, drainage lines, road reconstruction, bridge work, and roadway dirt work.A minimum of 5 years of hard bid estimatingA minimum of 5 years of estimator and/or a combination of project engineer and estimating experience working on or estimating heavy civil concrete structures, roadway, bridge and dirt excavation, heavy civil projects of $5 million to $30 million.A minimum of 5 years of experience in calculating area, volume, quantities, etc. in performing take-offs, control, and material pricing.A minimum of 4 years of experience in estimating & scheduling software (Primavera, Viewpoint, Heavy Bid, Heavy Job, etc.), Internet and Project Management software; Spreadsheet and Word Processing software.The ability to pass criminal and driving background checksA valid Driver License BenefitsHealth BenefitsVacation PayHoliday Pay401k retirement plan + 5% company matchGrowth and advancementWe are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS [note: bold skills and certification are required]BiddingEstimating Software (Heavy Bid, Heavy Job, etc)Security Clearance Required: NoVisa Candidate Considered: NoCOMPENSATIONBase Salary - USD $100,000 to $150,000*** Never repost ***Full-timeBenefits - FullRelocation Assistance Available - NoCommission Compensation - NoBonus Eligible - NoOvertime Eligible - NoInterview Travel Reimbursed - NoCANDIDATE DETAILS5+ to 7 years experienceSeniority Level - Mid-SeniorManagement Experience Required - NoMinimum Education - Bachelor's DegreeWillingness to Travel - OccasionallySCREENING QUESTIONS