Webber- Estimator- Heavy Civil

Ferrovial•New Braunfels, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Webber, part of Ferrovial Construction, is seeking a dynamic Estimator to join their team. This role involves analyzing, preparing, and reviewing bids for heavy civil projects, including earthwork, utilities, mechanical piping, and amenities. The Estimator will be responsible for assessing cost-effectiveness, tracking actual costs against bids, consulting with clients and vendors, conferring with engineers and contractors on cost adjustments, and reviewing plans and specifications. The position requires a thorough understanding of bidding phase correspondence, performing full cycle take-offs and pricing, coordinating subcontractors, and preparing documentation for management. The company emphasizes innovation, safety, and providing intelligent solutions to clients and the community.

Requirements

Experience in all delivery methods - Hard Bid, CSP, CMAR, CMGC and Design Build.
A minimum Bachelor Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or similar degree.
Experience in operating estimating software such as AutoCAD, Primavera, Timberline, WinEst, etc.
Moderate to high level of proficiency operating MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Word.
Ability to work largely independently, be self-motivated and demonstrate initiative, managing multiple deadlines at one time.
Ability to work as part of a team throughout pre-construction stage.
Valid driver license for occasional, required travel.

Responsibilities

Analyze, prepare and review bids (including earthwork, utilities, mechanical piping, and amenities) for heavy civil (roadway, highway, bridge) projects.
Access cost effectiveness of products, projects or service.
Track actual costs relative to bids as the project develops.
Track actual commodities pricing for items that may impact cost before bid or during buy-out phase.
Consult with clients, vendors and personnel in other departments to discuss project and formulate strategies, estimates and resolve conflict issues.
Confer with engineers, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
Review plans and specifications for general compliance and standard industry practices for utility and water/wastewater treatment plant projects.
Responsible for through review and understanding of all correspondence required during bidding phase of project including but not limited to: Plans, Specifications, Bid Forms, RFI's, Clarifications and Addenda.
Administer full cycle take-offs and pricing for your assigned divisions, subcontractor coordination, evaluation of skills, bid preparation and submittal of bid. This includes when only 30-60% plans are available.
Maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for your divisions using SmartBidNet software.
Prepare sub-bid analysis documents for use by project team in qualifying sub-bids and material.
Prepare electronic estimates including preliminary cost information.
Prepare documentation and estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing and scheduling work.