Estimator

Moran Environmental Recovery•Murray, KY

50d

About The Position

The Estimator identifies, tracks, prepares, and submits bids and proposals for marine construction and commercial diving operations. The role leads the technical and commercial development of competitive estimates for hard-bid, design/build, and negotiated pursuits, typically valued up to $25 million, for public and private sector clients. The position combines field and estimating experience in heavy civil and marine construction. It requires understanding commercial diving, marine means and methods, and equipment logistics, as well as creative problem-solving for complex or remote projects. The Estimator leads ideas from brainstorming through the development of clear, compelling proposals and supports bids from initial opportunity identification through award and handoff to operations.

Requirements

At least 5 years of estimating experience.
At least 7 years of total experience in field engineering and logistics.
Working knowledge of heavy civil and/or marine construction, specifically work in and around dams, bridges, docks, and wharves.
Bachelor of Science in Engineering (civil, structural, or mechanical) or Construction Management preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; the company will not provide work visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of experience in marine construction.
Experience directing crews and managing equipment on projects.
Experience estimating public- and private-sector projects valued up to $20 million.
Four-year degree in civil, structural, or mechanical engineering or Construction Management.

Responsibilities

Identify, track, and manage bid and proposal opportunities.
Read, interpret, and analyze bid documents, drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements.
Monitor bid sites and coordinate with primes regarding addenda, Q&A updates, scope changes, and bid extensions.
Perform quantity takeoffs and develop detailed cost estimates using estimating software.
Determine means, methods, crewing, equipment, and logistics for marine and heavy civil scopes.
Account for regional wage requirements, including union and prevailing wage, as well as per diem, travel, taxes, bonds, and indirect costs.
Solicit, analyze, and level subcontractor and vendor pricing.
Complete bids, participate in final reviews, and support negotiation of awarded work.
Lead technical bids and proposals from strategy through submission.
Write and develop technical proposals, work plans, and marine means-and-methods narratives.
Prepare or coordinate project schedules for proposals.
Lead pursuit strategy and manage proposal teams to deliver compliant, responsive submittals.
Participate in oral presentations and client interviews.
Attend site visits and pre-bid meetings to validate assumptions and site conditions.
Transition successful bids to active job status with thorough, documented handoffs to operations.
Develop and implement process improvements to maintain a competitive edge.
Maintain clear, accessible notes and bid-folder documentation throughout the estimating process.
Perform other duties as assigned.