Senior Estimator

Graniterock • San Jose, CA

60d

About The Position

This position is responsible for developing accurate and timely proposals and estimates for both private and public sector works projects of more than $5 million while ensuring alignment with Graniterock's Strategic Priorities and business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent related work experience.
• 10+ years of construction operations and estimating experience.
• Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), AGTEK Take-off, and Primavera.
• Thorough knowledge of HCSS Heavybid Estimating software.
• Excellent knowledge of civil engineering principles
• Excellent knowledge of construction principles
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to meet multiple tight deadlines
• knowledge of agency Disadvantaged Business Enterprise requirements and goals
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record

Responsibilities

• Comply, understand, and promote corporate and division safety initiatives to ensure "Safety before All Else."
• Ability to understand various scopes of work based on project plans and specifications including earthwork, structures, underground utilities, site concrete, etc.
• Analyze and compile estimate data that affect the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location and other factors to ensure a high quality and timely estimate.
• Review drawings, specifications and proposed project site conditions and solicit input from field operations to include in final project estimate.
• Recognize and understand the appropriate environmental policies, rules, and the potential affects to the environment due to operations and take steps necessary to comply with policy/rules and mitigate the effects of operations.
• Evaluate bidding risks and strategies, present estimate and participate in bid reviews with operations and the estimating team to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Conduct drawing reviews, specifications, and proposed project site conditions; record findings and solicit input from field operations to include in final project estimate.
• Attend pre-construction meetings to ensure bid communication with the field operations is delivered
• Develop and maintain business relationships to increase bid opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Mining (except Oil and Gas)
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees