Estimator - Underground Systems
About The Position
As an Underground Estimator, you will prepare and coordinate complete drainage, waterline, and sanitary estimates for transportation project pursuits across Kokosing's work regions. The role involves conventional and alternative contracting pursuits across a range of projects, from highway rehabilitation to large, complex regional projects. The estimator reviews project documents and site conditions, conducts quantity takeoffs, determines construction methods and costs, coordinates estimates with internal and external stakeholders, and prepares schedules and bid submissions. The position also supports awarded-project cost tracking and extra-work change orders, maintains estimating records and cost models, and keeps current with construction equipment, crews, methods, processes, and industry developments.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
- If not degreed in a related field of study, 5 years of related experience.
- Leadership, effective communication, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to estimate multiple projects simultaneously and demonstrate time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Strong work ethic and ability to complete tasks accurately and on time.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
Nice To Haves
- Prior estimating or engineering experience on public and private construction projects.
- Knowledge of State Departments of Transportation.
- Strong proficiency in Primavera P6, Excel, Word, and Bluebeam.
- At least 3 years of estimating experience in storm sewer systems, culverts, sanitary sewer systems, and waterline installation.
- Experience with HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software.
Responsibilities
- Review proposals, specifications, and drawings; attend pre-bid meetings and visit project sites to determine scope and estimating requirements.
- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs, determine least-cost construction means and methods, prepare full cost estimates for assigned work items, and self-review estimates.
- Compare estimated cost items with historical cost data.
- Evaluate construction means-and-methods options and incorporate least-cost, best-value solutions.
- Coordinate with estimators and operations managers to ensure estimates are complete and responsive to requirements.
- Collaborate with clients, design partners, vendors, and other stakeholders to develop cost-effective solutions for traditional and alternative contracting pursuits.
- Analyze geotechnical reports to assess the effect of ground conditions on operations and cost.
- Determine appropriate pipe and structure materials based on project constraints.
- Review and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes.
- Prepare CPM schedules for assigned estimates.
- Monitor client document changes, including addenda, and advise the estimating team.
- Compose, track, and manage clarification correspondence with clients.
- Prepare bid documents and pricing forms for submission.
- Track job-cost data on awarded contracts and compare it with bid budgets.
- Support project operations with extra-work change orders.
- Maintain estimating cost-model records, takeoff templates, and other working documents.
- Set a productive and consistent example for peers.
- Develop technical skills by attending owner, contractor, and engineering industry events.
- Stay current on construction equipment options, crew sizing, means, methods, and new processes.
- Build and maintain good working relationships with industry partners.
- Perform additional assignments as directed by a supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
