Estimator

Allan Myers, Inc•Glen Allen, VA

34d•Onsite

About The Position

Allan Myers is seeking an eager, hard-working, and goal-driven Estimator to support successful bids. The Estimator collaborates with the estimating department and operational leaders to coordinate and perform major estimating functions for one or more disciplines, which may include earthwork, utilities, drainage, asphalt paving, structural concrete, mechanical piping, building trades, and site concrete. This is an on-site position based at a regional office, with occasional day travel to deliver bids, attend pre-bid meetings, visit job sites, or attend conferences and training classes. The role uses historical project and cost data to prepare estimates, reviews specifications and drawings, develops bid quantities and direct costs, and coordinates with vendors, subcontractors, owners, and project teams. The Estimator also evaluates construction alternatives, supports change-order and extra-work estimates, monitors awarded contracts as assigned, and incorporates safety information and costs into estimates and work plans. All work must comply with Allan Myers policies, procedures, and programs. The salary range is $90,000–$125,000, based on experience. Allan Myers states that it provides generous benefits, extensive training, and opportunities for promotion from within.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, an accounting-related major, or equivalent.
At least 1 year of construction experience in estimating, operations, and/or engineering.
OSHA 10-hour certification is required.

Nice To Haves

Continuing education in construction is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, bid tabulations, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, and the job-cost system into unit costs, man-hour figures, and crew production figures.
Review proposal specifications and drawings; prepare bid-item and quantity lists; attend pre-bid meetings; and meet with owners to determine scope of work.
Recommend vendors and subcontractors and coordinate with the Purchasing Department to discuss and obtain quotations.
Interface with owners, architects/engineers, and subcontractors to provide engineering and cost data regarding project feasibility.
Perform or coordinate quantity takeoffs, assemble direct-cost estimates, and analyze alternate construction methods for cost effectiveness.
Assist in researching and estimating costs for alternate construction methods.
Review design options and recommend solutions based on cost, value engineering, or materials availability; estimate extra-work items and change orders.
Track awarded contracts as assigned by reviewing cost reports and discussing them with Project Teams.
Perform other assigned duties, including helping maintain clean, orderly, and safe jobsites.
Analyze and incorporate delay-free systems into estimate and bid work plans.
Travel occasionally during the day to deliver bids, attend pre-bid meetings, visit jobsites, or attend conferences or training classes.
Incorporate the Allan Myers Safety Program and associated costs into estimates; identify high-risk activities and coordinate with the Safety Department to determine any additional costs; transfer estimate-related safety information to the Project Team.
Conduct all work in accordance with Allan Myers policies, procedures, and programs.