Estimator - Heavy Civil Infrastructure

Sinacola • Frisco, TX

12d

About The Position

At Sinacola, we are not just another company. We are a 100% employee-owned organization, fostering a strong team atmosphere where everyone shares in the success through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. If you are seeking a career that combines personal growth, a supportive environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our dynamic team. The Estimator position is responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates for heavy civil infrastructure projects by analyzing drawings, specifications, and technical documents; developing quantity takeoffs; and evaluating labor, equipment, material, and subcontractor pricing for heavy civil construction projects.

Requirements

• Preparation of quantity takeoffs using AGTEK takeoff software for earthwork (cut/fill), paving, concrete, and underground utilities.
• Preparation of utility estimates from quantity takeoff through development of final cost estimates.
• Review and analysis of geotechnical reports to assess subsurface conditions impacting earthwork quantities and estimating assumptions.
• Working knowledge of HCSS HeavyBid estimating software, which is the primary estimating platform utilized by the company to develop detailed cost estimates for grading, paving, and underground utilities.
• Ability to transfer or apply quantity takeoff outputs into HCSS HeavyBid estimating software to finalize estimates, including labor, equipment, and material cost build-up.
• Strong understanding of construction equipment typically used in heavy civil construction for the purpose of developing accurate estimating assumptions.
• Estimating experience related to public-sector infrastructure projects, including roadway and civil work.
• Review of TxDOT specifications and city construction standards to identify scope requirements and cost drivers.
• Strong understanding of construction materials and construction methods for estimating purposes, and industry estimating practices.
• Understanding of subcontractor scopes of work and evaluation of subcontractor bids against project requirements.
• Analysis of historical cost data, unit pricing, and estimating assumptions to support accurate estimates.
• Identification and assessment of estimating risks and cost variables.
• Experience reviewing DBE/MBE/SBE/MWBE participation requirements and bid documentation requirements for public-sector (city/municipal) construction bids.
• HCSS HeavyBid On-Screen Takeoff
• AGTEK
• Bluebeam Revu
• Microsoft Excel
• Working understanding of Autodesk AutoCAD drawings for quantity review and estimating purposes
• Adobe Acrobat

Responsibilities

• Interpretation and analysis of blueprints, drawings, and design documents to prepare quantity estimates.
• Review and interpretation of construction plans, specifications, and contract documents to determine project scope.
• Preparation of quantity takeoffs, including earthwork (cut/fill), paving, concrete, and underground utilities.
• Development of cost estimates for materials, labor, and equipment used in civil construction projects.
• Solicitation and evaluation of pricing from material suppliers and subcontractors for estimating purposes.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and project meetings as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: We provide medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plans to ensure your well-being.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): As an employee-owned company, you can directly benefit from the company's success.
• Competitive Pay: We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.
• Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed