The Estimator is responsible for overseeing the development of accurate and timely estimates for heavy civil projects. This position is for our office in Phoenix, AZ.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Attend pre-bid meetings.
Coordinate bid preparation requirements with Contract Administrator.
· Track work history and review schedules of projects being estimated.
Coordinate total estimating effort relevant to particular bid/project as assigned.
· Review final estimate and apply strategic cost factors, if necessary.
· Oversee coordination pre-bid RFI’s prior to specification cutoff date.
· Monitor post bid submission dates towards contract procurement
· Ensure proper project handoff if project is taken over by another PM/Team.
· Monitor actual cost to estimated cost.
· Coordinate scope of work with other our other Division and subcontractors.
· Maintain files of working documents as backup for estimating figures.
Identify and monitor upcoming, target projects.
Mentor and manage Estimators, Junior Estimators and Interns as assigned.
· Take an active role in managing owner relationships and business development.
· Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree would be preferred or equivalent combinations of technical
training and related experience.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum 10 years of Structures or Earthwork estimating for heavy civil projects. (Highways, roads, bridges)
SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
· Proficient in understanding staging/phasing and project scope.
· Must have a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills.
· Must have high attention to detail.
· Must have the ability to multi-task and manage a team.
· Excellent writing, presentation, and computer skills