Construction Estimator

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Job Description:
 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Assess the financial, technical, and operational risk of the project, including input into the decision on whether to bid on the project
• Conduct complex risk analysis activities and produce associated reports
• Perform complex analysis of collected data and metrics and prepare relevant and reliable forecasts
• Visit construction sites to obtain the necessary project-required information
• Evaluate proposals, specifications, blueprints, and construction documents to understand the project
• Work closely with the construction project manager to oversee and coordinate the bid process for vendors and subcontractors
• Review contracts, subcontracts, and agreements to ensure compliance with project requirements, risk mitigation, and financial feasibility
• Estimate time, labor, materials, and product costs to determine the overall cost of construction projects
• Produce written proposals, cost estimates, budgets, and updates for clients and project managers
• Provide accurate and clear quantity takeoff information to provide a detailed list of materials and assess the total construction costs
• Provide quality assurance and quality control of construction activities
• Implement and enforce safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment and increase employee safety awareness
• Review public and private land restoration and reclamation opportunities
• Prepare post-project analyses of estimated vs. actual costs and profitability
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) preferred but not required
• At least five years of direct work experience in the excavation and grading industry – project estimation or construction management required
• Strong analytical skills combined with a deep understanding of construction processes
• Time management skills to work on fixed deadlines
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills - candidate will be required to liaise with vendors and clients and write and present comprehensive reports
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and analytical skills
• Positive attitude and team-centered approach to problem-solving
• Proven track record of meeting deadlines
• Must be able to work independently
• Ability to travel to sites as needed, up to 30% travel may be required

ANALYSIS OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION

Indicate Frequency* and describe job duties that require physical demands:

• Occasionally (0 – 1/3 of workday): walking (copy machine, printer, meetings, filing, visit employees’ office); lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling up to 35 lbs. (closing/opening desk/file cabinet drawers, moving boxes, books, luggage, using dolly/mail cart, opening/closing doors); stooping and crouching (filing/retrieving files); climbing, balancing and reaching (retrieving/placing objects from/to top shelves; stairs, filing, desk/field/map work); depth perception (driving).
• Frequently (1/3 – 2/3 of workday): standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching (copy machine, meetings, filing, packing/moving boxes, presentations, drafting, digitizing, fieldwork); sitting (work station, meetings, travel); fingering (keyboard, calculator, paper work, writing, digitizing); grasping (telephone, documents/books/files, digitizing, holding luggage); speaking (discussing assignments/projects/ideas/situations, giving instructions, presentations, meetings, telephone/voice mail); color vision (graphics work); repetitive motion (keyboarding, calculator, drafting, digitizing, writing).
• Continually (2/3 – 3/3 of workday): hearing (discussing assignments/projects/ideas/situations, receiving instructions, presentations, meetings, telephone/voicemail); seeing (reading, writing computer/desk work, presentations, site tours).

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Requires travel by automobile and/or commercial airlines within the U.S. Long hours are needed for project/bid work.

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate. You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.