Civil Estimator

Rapidly growing 200+ paving and grading company is seeking a Estimator to join ASAP near Walcreek, CAThis Jobot Job is hosted by: Max MoalaAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the ''Apply Now'' button and sending us your resume.A bit about us:Based in Concord, CA we are a leader in our industry that provides full service for road and freeway projects from paving to sanitary, storm and water work! With numerous recognition and awards, our work has encompassed private schools, hotels, business parks, commercial developments, airports, and rapid transits. We are very close to securing one of our largest project and are actively seeking a Superintendent with experience in Heavy Civil Road/Highway Construction to oversee the operation of projects in Northern California.If you are a Estimator with a Heavy Civil Road/Highway Construction background, then please read on....Why join us?a growing heavy construction company, with 50+ years of stability has an opening for a full-time Estimator. This is a wonderful opportunity to work with a great group of people, in a friendly environment, within the fast paced industry of construction. Competitive Base Salary! Paid employee benefits package! Progressive Career Growth and Promotion Opportunities! Medical, Dental, Health Benfits. Short term/Long term Disability401KJob DetailsGeneral Description:This position is responsible for developing accurate and timely proposals and estimates for both private and public sector works projects to ensure we''re is a responsive bidder.Work Experience:Minimum 3 years of experience as an Estimator in the field of Civil or HWY Construction. 5+ years PLUSEducation:Bachelor''s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, Architecture, OR equivalent related work experience.Proficient skills in:MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)AGTEK Take-offBlue-Beam Take-offPrimavera Scheduling softwareAdvanced knowledge of Estimating software - HCSS (Heavy Bid) PreferredAdvanced knowledge of civil engineering principlesAdvanced knowledge of construction principlesExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAdvanced knowledge of agency (U)DBE requirementsEssential Duties:Analyze and compile estimate data that impact the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location, and other factors to ensure a high quality and timely estimate.Download, print and review drawings, specifications and proposed project site conditions; record findings and solicit input from field operations to include in final project estimate.Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase competitiveness of the bid.Select Public/Private Projects for biddingDevelop and maintain positive business relationships to increase bid opportunities in the local & regional markets.Control construction cost through pricing negotiations with General Contractors, Sub-Contractors, Suppliers and Trucking vendors.Submit RFI''s to Agencies, Owners, General Contractors and Architects as needed during bidding process.Determine quantities "take-offs" and/or review "take-off" quantities to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates.Apply advanced reasoning for mathematical calculations processes to ensure logically estimated costs are accurate.Analyze and evaluate bidding risks, strategies and present estimate and participate in bid reviews with management to ensure accuracy and completeness.Utilize existing cost history as a check to complete estimate.Travel as necessary to visit job sites & preconstruction meetings.Prepare bid documents for submission to insure bid day responsiveness.Analyze competition and communicate with owners, subcontractors, public and private entities to ensure competitiveness.Prepare post bid package for municate estimate bid information to field operations at estimator handoff meetings to ensure understanding of scope of job and critical means and methods of construction.Support Project Managers as needed to ensure control of construction costs and maintain integrity of bid.The above list is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of this terested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the ''Apply Now'' button.

Created: 2021-11-29