EstimatorKey duties include:Experience working for a Heavy Civil Contractor as an estimator bidding on site work projectsEstimating projects ranging from $500,000 to $20,000,000 including subsequent change ordersEstimating self-performed work to include pricing the labor, equipment, and material costsAbility to solicit, review and prioritize material and subcontractor quotations for management reviewWorking knowledge of construction assemblies and all project phasesAbility to produce accurate estimates from conceptual and schematic drawingsAbility to produce detailed, final contract estimatesAbility to assess site exposures/construction risks and appropriately analyze cost and reflect these in an estimateAbility to identify constructability issues through the estimating processAbility to identify value-engineering alternativesAbility to work as a teamAbility to read, write and communicate effectivelyMust be proficient in Microsoft Project or Primavera, Excel, Word, and AdobeMust have experience with Agtek, Trimble Business Center, Carlson, Cad or any other takeoff/modeling softwareAbility to prepare construction handoff package after award and respond to field questions regarding takeoff subcontractor and vendor pricing as well as strategies used to prepare the cost estimateWork experience on HCSS or B2W software is a plusTravel within SC, NC, and GA may be requiredQualification requirements:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and experience: this position typically is not an entry-level job as it requires demonstrable previous experience as an Estimator. A four-year degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or equivalent required. Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with management and fellow employees.
Experience working for a Heavy Civil Contractor as an estimator is required. This position requires you to be experienced in estimating grading, utilities and demolition. Typical projects are site development, industrial, commercial development, utilities, mining reclamation, overburden removal, demolition and general site work. Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record are mandatory.Physical demands: the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an Estimator to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Regularly required to sit and/or stand during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per dayEmployee is occasionally required to stoop, bend, walk, crouch, and climbAbility to lift, on a frequent basis, at least 50 lbs. and carry up to 15 lbs.Work environment: the work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that an Estimator encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:Work is performed typically indoorsThe noise level in the work environment is usually moderateEmployee may be required to perform site visits for prebid and customer meetings, field verification of project bid documents and development of future project or change order proposals**This is not a remote position**