Senior FDOT Estimator

Conti Electric Inc•Tampa, FL

About The Position

Conti LLC Traffic Division seeks Senior DOT Estimator: Conti LLC is looking for an Senior Estimator with 8+ years minimum experience in Traffic/DOT construction. This person will be responsible for preparing cost estimates on DOT Traffic projects (Lighting, ITS, Signalization, Signing, Tolling) based on construction plans and specifications.

Requirements

8+ Years of Estimating Experience
DOT experience is desired
Proven experience bidding on projects $10M+
English fluency (reading, writing, and verbal communication)
Collaboration Skills
Customer/Client Focus
Communication Proficiency
Ethical Conduct
Problem Solving
Thoroughness
Time Management
Strong experience in Highway Lighting, Traffic Signalization, Intelligent Transportation Systems, Highway Signing and Highway Tolling estimating
Strong background in Microsoft 365, Bluebeam, Trimble, and Accubid essential

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Related Field is Preferable

Responsibilities

Analyzing drawings and specifications and reviewing scope of work
Performing quantity take-offs and creating job-specific subcontractor and vendor lists
Distributing plans and scopes sheets to obtain competitive pricing
Communicating with subcontractors and vendors to obtain complete bids within required timeframes
Communicating thoroughly with customers regarding RFI’s and clarifications
Upon bid acceptance, attend required handoff meetings to ensure efficient and complete transfer of information
Build relationships with key vendors (subcontractors, suppliers, engineers etc.)
Compute costs by analyzing labor, material, and time requirements
Prepare work to be estimated by gather proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents
Resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information
Review plans for consistency and accuracy
Manage all levels of take-offs while applying unit prices