Estimator

HR Collaboration Group•Warsaw, IN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Estimator – $2000 Sign on Bonus or Relocation Coverage This role is located in the Warsaw/Fort Wayne area Enjoy working in an environment where you are building communities and making a visible impact every day? Enjoy working independently and within teams to create excellence on the job? Want a challenging career while giving back to the community? Then, We have the place for you! Who We Are: Our Company is a recognized leader in the construction industry, with more than 55 years of building exceptional quality workmanship and customer service relationships that has created long-term partnerships and ongoing company growth year over year. We continue to add new technologies and equipment to bring new services to the community and a rewarding work environment for our team members. Come join our team and make a real difference for the community and your future! What We Offer: Creative, innovative, and a collaborative work environment Challenging and progressive career opportunities Competitive pay programs! Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits Retirement Program with Employer Match! Paid Vacations and Holidays Volunteer Days Monthly Meals Camp Outs Community Engagement Open communication, recognition programs, and team-building events And much more to motivated, results-oriented individuals who want to make a real difference in their community and role

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
2+ years of progressive estimating experience in heavy civil construction (site development, public works/infrastructure, utilities, earthwork).
Strong knowledge of heavy civil construction means & methods (earthmoving, site utilities, mass grading, infrastructure, hauling/aggregate, etc.);
Able to interpret heavy civil project drawings and specifications.
Excellent numerical, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids under tight deadlines.
Detail-oriented with excellent negotiation skills.
Strong proficiency in take-off and estimating tools and software (experience with software such as Bluebeam, heavy civil estimating platforms preferred).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed to communicate with all levels inside and outside the organization.
Self-motivated; Able to work independently and within a team environment.
Able to mentor and lead others.
Strong work ethic, with a community and faith-based culture, where team members grow along with the business, and everyone is treated how they want to be treated.

Nice To Haves

Experience with software such as Bluebeam, heavy civil estimating platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform cost estimating for heavy civil construction projects including site development, utilities, earthwork, demolition, and infrastructure support ensuring the company remains competitive and profitable.
Perform the full estimating lifecycle for heavy civil projects, from bid review and scope of definition through proposal submission.
Review plans, specs, geotechnical reports, and site data to define the scope of work for site development, utilities, earthwork, mass grading, concrete/asphalt, etc.
Identify and assess risk and constructability issues specific to heavy site work environments.
Solicit, evaluate and negotiate subcontractor and vendor pricing, ensuring complete coverage of required bid items.
Develop detailed quantity of take-offs, cost build-ups (labor, material, equipment, subcontractors), and contingency/risk allowances.