Estimator

MWH • Phoenix, AZ

3d • $70,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

MWH is currently seeking a qualified Estimator to support preconstruction efforts on critical water, wastewater, and advanced water treatment plant projects for both municipal and industrial clients (including advanced technology sector clients) based out of our Phoenix, AZ office.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field; equivalent combination of construction field experience, skills and training may be substituted.
• 0 - 5 years of relevant construction estimating experience on heavy construction projects or industrial projects.
• Working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to discipline desirable.
• Must be proficient in using MS Office, Excel, Adobe Acrobat and/or Blue Beam.
• Ability to interface and communicate effectively with others.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the water/wastewater sector.
• Knowledge or experience in CMAR, CMS, Design-Build or Hard-Bid estimates.
• Construction field experience.
• Cost control and scheduling exposure is a plus.
• Timberline Estimating database and software knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates on proposals, projects and studies and ensure that the content of the estimate is complete, accurate and meets the requirements of the Estimating Manager.
• Adjust productivities, material prices, and means / methods depending on varying project conditions.
• Review solicitation documents such as specifications and drawings to identify risks and opportunities related to competitive pricing.
• Coordinate and review the variable estimating factors in each area with Engineering, Procurement and Operations.
• Provide technical advice and assistance to the Estimating Team in the preparation of all levels of estimates ranging in scope and complexity.
• Assist the Estimating Team with an independent assessment of an estimates accuracy (upon completion of the estimate and summarization of all detailed man-hours, material, construction and home office costs).
• Coordinate the performance of pricing structure development and application to takeoffs, derived quantities, quantity assumption, and cost allowances.
• Obtain and verify construction quotations for facilitation of construction projects, addendas and contract changes.
• Obtain and verify subcontractor questions for construction projects and ensures compliance with construction documents.
• Compile and analyze bids.
• Develop reports for all review processes.
• Provide constructability reviews and guidance to the operations team to ensure the preliminary costs of the projects.
• Actively research, solicit, and develop a network of relationships within the supply chain.
• Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontractors, and productivity analysis reports in order to continuously improve estimating accuracy.

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees