Senior Estimator, Highway Infrastructure

DCS Asset Maintenance•Houston, PA

About The Position

DCS Asset Maintenance, LLC is seeking an experienced estimator to support growth in performance-based maintenance contracting for roadways and bridges. The Senior Estimator prepares detailed, accurate estimates for bids and proposals by gathering information, working with operators, conducting advanced analyses, and presenting options to leadership for decisions. The role requires strong numerical and analytical skills, thoroughness, and the ability to manage relationships with internal colleagues, subcontractors, and suppliers. The position involves understanding project and program requirements, researching costs and production data, analyzing vendor and subcontractor offers, assessing risk, and preparing estimate reports and bids. The estimator also builds vendor relationships and presents bids to company leadership at gate reviews. Non-standard hours may be required during periods of heavy activity.

Requirements

At least 5 years of proven experience as an estimator or in a similar position.
In-depth knowledge of financial and project management principles.
In-depth knowledge and experience with research and data analysis methods and estimation formulas.
Advanced math and IT ability, with an advanced analytical mindset.
Expert-level proficiency in relevant software, such as Excel and Power BI.
Understanding of the proper use and application of artificial intelligence (AI).
Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities.
High integrity and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential company information.
Ability to produce thorough, reliable, and executable work product.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work independently, bring solutions, and respond appropriately to constructive feedback.
Ability to work non-standard hours during heavy periods of activity.
Ability to present to executives.

Nice To Haves

Experience with highway or structures asset maintenance.

Responsibilities

Understand the performance-based maintenance contracting business model.
Understand project and program requirements.
Determine key variables for cost and other estimates.
Gather first-hand information from sites, suppliers, subcontractors, and operators.
Research labor costs, materials, production times, and other relevant data.
Use software for data analysis, modeling, forecasting, and budgeting.
Obtain and review offers and quotes from subcontractors or vendors.
Perform detailed risk analysis.
Create and submit estimate reports and/or bids to project managers, company leadership, or other appropriate personnel.
Build relationships with vendors, subcontractors, suppliers, engineers, and other key contacts.
Present bids to company leadership at gate reviews.