Estimator

DBA Construction•Peoria, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

DBA CONSTRUCTION, INC. is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Estimator to join their team in the Peoria, AZ area. This position will work closely with Project Managers, General Contractors, and Sub-Contractor vendors. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who is detail oriented, has a proven track record of success, and is a team player.

Requirements

Three years previous construction experience.
Two years civil construction estimating experience.
Must be able to read and understand blueprints (often incomplete).
Strong math skills.
Blue Beam Revu, Heavy Bid (HCSS), and AutoCAD.
Trimble GPS Rover and Data Collection experience.
Well versed in technical aspects of civil projects, including machinery and equipment.
Understanding of safety guidelines.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong analytical skills with strong problem-solving abilities.
Reliably commute to Peoria, AZ 85345 or planning to relocate before starting work.

Responsibilities

Review and understand proposal documents including specifications, plans, drawings, and associated information.
Develop bid packages and prepare them for on-time submission.
Determine works scopes and perform accurate quantity takeoffs.
Contact suppliers and subcontractors to procure project quotes and information.
Communicate with clients and project owners regarding estimates and projects.
Prepare item resource requirements including labor, equipment, material, and subcontractor needs.
Understand production rates and apply them to the estimate.
Analyze subcontractor and material quotes for plan and specification adherence and scope completeness.
Create project budgets and assemble job specific information for operations personnel.
Attend preconstruction meetings and project site visits.
Identify project work site requirements and potential risk factors.
Understand and develop project schedules and work activity sequences.
Participate in estimate review meetings with operations and estimating personnel.
Help with the migration of project information from estimating to field production teams.
Support project management and field teams in project cost and production tracking and follow-up.
Keep files and bid documents for reference and historical data maintenance.
Help project management teams with change order and extra work pricing.