Sr Engineer/Estimator

Granite Construction•Memphis, MS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for bidding, planning, developing, coordinating and managing onsite construction engineering activities for construction projects varying in size to ensure quality and cost effectiveness. The role involves managing job controls, leading the estimating effort for asphalt paving projects, developing and maintaining project schedules, and providing technical support in construction planning and quality control. The position also requires representing the company in client meetings, developing job reporting, and supervising project staff.

Requirements

4+ years of construction estimating support, engineering, field support, or similar experience.
Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), AGTEK Take-off and Primavera Scheduling software.
Advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, etc. plus an in-depth understanding of the interdependence and relationship between other functional units required.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, plus demonstrated ability to manage a team of varied disciplines.
Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
Team player
Ability and willingness to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred, or equivalent combinations of technical training and related experience.

Responsibilities

Manage job controls to ensure compliance with contract, budget, schedule, forecasting and job costing.
Leading the estimating effort for asphalt paving projects by analyzing plans and specs, performing quantity takeoffs, pricing materials, evaluating risk, and developing competitive bids that align with company strategy
Develop and maintain paving project schedule to ensure work is completed on time and under budget.
Manage project engineering assignments to ensure work is completed on time and under budget.
Manage project engineering activities to ensure compliance with company, contract and schedule requirements.
Provide technical support in construction planning, quality control, interpretation of design, application of construction methods, resolution and documentation of design conflicts, and constructability reviews to ensure successful job completion.
Develop, implement and administer project engineering procedures and other work controlling documents to ensure clarification of roles.
Represent company, project and/or department during client and project management meetings to ensure effective communication.
Develop and maintain all job reporting and logs to ensure project compliance.
Supervise, direct, and mentor project staff to ensure individual development and that project standards are met.