Project Estimator

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS•Tampa, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Estimator prepares accurate, competitive estimates for FDOT and other transportation-related electrical construction projects. The role requires knowledge of electrical construction, State DOT plans and specifications, quantity takeoffs, labor and material costs, and the public bid process. The position performs estimating and preconstruction work, coordinates with internal teams and external vendors, and supports the handoff of awarded projects to operations. Work is performed primarily indoors, sitting and using a computer for extended periods, with occasional motor-vehicle driving. The position requires use of a pool vehicle or the employee’s personal vehicle and travel throughout Florida. Physical demands include sitting up to eight hours per day; occasional lifting or exertion up to 20 pounds and frequent exertion up to 5 pounds; occasional walking, bending, squatting, stooping, twisting, kneeling, reaching, and crouching; visual acuity for driving and reviewing documents and drawings; hearing sufficient for common office noises; and manual dexterity to manipulate, handle, and feel. Traffic Management Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field; candidates with significantly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
At least seven years of construction estimating experience, including at least four years estimating similar highway projects.
Valid driver license.
Advanced knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control, and material properties.
Thorough knowledge of organizational elements that impact estimating, estimating strategies and techniques, and construction contracts.
Extensive knowledge of risk assessment, analysis, and mitigation techniques.
Excellent organizational, leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to accurately calculate quantities using basic geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to work in and make conversions to the Metric System.
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and construction documents.
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to navigate and use construction estimating software.
Ability to drive a motor vehicle and travel throughout Florida.
Demonstrated commitment to completing work accurately, efficiently, and on time.

Nice To Haves

Advanced knowledge and expertise using construction estimating software, preferably B2W.
Experience and familiarity with State DOT.

Responsibilities

Review State DOT plans, specifications, bid documents, pay item notes, standards, and contract documents to determine project scope and requirements.
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for electrical and transportation systems, including roadway lighting, traffic signals, ITS, fiber optic communications, electrical services, conduit, pull boxes, conductors, grounding, structures, and associated equipment.
Develop project estimates covering labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, trucking, mobilization, maintenance-of-traffic impacts, and other project-specific costs.
Apply State DOT pay item structures, Basis of Estimates requirements, specifications, and measurement and payment provisions when preparing estimates.
Review project plans for discrepancies, missing information, constructability concerns, unusual conditions, and potential cost or schedule impacts.
Prepare and submit RFIs and pre-bid questions when clarification is needed.
Solicit and evaluate pricing from material suppliers, equipment vendors, manufacturers, and subcontractors.
Analyze vendor and subcontractor quotations for scope coverage, exclusions, lead times, and compliance with project requirements.
Maintain current material, labor, equipment, subcontractor, and production-rate pricing.
Develop labor productivity assumptions based on project conditions, crew composition, installation methods, traffic conditions, work restrictions, and historical company performance.
Evaluate project risks, including phasing, MOT requirements, night work, lane closure restrictions, utility conflicts, material lead times, access limitations, permitting requirements, and schedule constraints.
Prepare estimate worksheets and bid summaries identifying costs, production assumptions, subcontracted work, risks, and potential opportunities.
Assist management in determining project markups, contingency, overhead, and profit based on project risks and competitive conditions.
Complete and review State DOT bid forms, pay item schedules, proposal quantities, and other bid documentation before submission.
Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, scope reviews, and internal bid review meetings.
Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, field personnel, purchasing, and management to incorporate lessons learned and actual production data into future estimates.
Review historical job-cost information and compare estimated with actual costs to improve estimating accuracy.
Support project handoff from estimating to operations by communicating scope, assumptions, production rates, quotations, subcontractor scopes, exclusions, risks, and opportunities.
Maintain organized electronic estimate files containing plans, specifications, addenda, quotations, correspondence, takeoffs, worksheets, and final bid documentation.
Review bidding-period addenda and revisions and incorporate applicable changes into estimates.
Manage multiple estimates and bid deadlines while maintaining accuracy and meeting submission dates.
Maintain knowledge of current State DOT specifications, standards, construction practices, electrical codes, material requirements, and industry pricing.
Perform other estimating, preconstruction, and project-related duties as assigned.