Estimator - Heavy Highway & Infrastructure Construction

Merante • Pittsburgh, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Estimator is responsible for estimating, proposal development and management for public and private construction projects, and assembling complete bid packages and proposals to efficiently, successfully, and profitably obtain and complete assigned construction projects. This position reports to the President.

Requirements

• REQUIRED: 5+ years of experience with heavy civil, structures, site work, underground utilities, excavation and deep foundations.
• Proficiency with estimating software is REQUIRED (HCSS Heavy Bid preferred).
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and Outlook and all forms of data entry.
• Effective utilization of the internet as a research and information source

Nice To Haves

• Experience bidding in the Northeastern US is preferred.
• Experience with PennDOT, WV DOH or PWSA specifications and bid items preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop estimates ranging from $200,000 - $20 million+ from various types of bid documents and specifications and their key components such as bonding, insurance, indemnification and damage clauses.
• Ensure thorough and accurate quantity takeoffs.
• Thoroughly read plans and specifications and review for accurate scope of work and means & methods assessment.
• Visit proposed job sites (localegional only).
• Attend pre-bid meetings.
• Obtain owner signs off on all bids before submittal.
• Understand and be able to account for factors outside company control which will impact the final bid package.
• Attend network events to attract private work.
• Train and mentor entry level estimating team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees