Concrete Estimator

My client is THE leading Concrete Contractor looking for an Estimator to work on large-scale projects in a variety of markets.

The Civil Estimator position plans, helps direct, and coordinate, activities concerned with the estimating of heavy construction and EPC projects.

Responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting contract documents (specifications, drawings, and reference information) to develop detailed, comprehensive cost estimates for various projects throughout the company markets.

Also, able to make assumptions based on experience when detailed plans are not provided and front-end estimating is performed based on conceptual level designs.

Accountable for all estimates being issued. Furthermore, will support the estimating department procedures and systems.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Review owner plans and specifications to develop a comprehensive understanding of the project; develop a plan for the actual construction to serve as the basis for the estimate
• Build relationships and obtain pricing from subcontractors and vendors for materials and labor as needed
• Prepares cost analysis for material, labor, equipment, subcontractor, and overhead costs incurred in the installation of items
• Communicate with the proposal team of any observed inaccuracies or omissions in quotes or contract items
• Conduct a site investigation before forming a plan of operations to identify any problems or conditions of an unusual nature that may be present
• Be proficient in and utilize various estimating methods, processes, and procedures, in addition to the estimate types, classifications, and components
• Utilizing working knowledge of commercial terms and conditions (contractor relationships, currency exchange, taxation, inflation, insurance, escalation, etc.

effectively incorporate impact into estimates

• Understanding of project cash flows and the corresponding time value of money as the cost of working capital
• Travel as necessary to attend pre-bid / job site visits, and support projects under execution

Requirements

10 Years of Experience, Bachelor’s degree required in relevant field (engineering / construction / business), or equivalent work experience

The following competencies are needed to successfully perform this job :

• In-depth experience in the construction industry leading a Contractor estimating function
• Broad knowledge and experience in EPC and construction estimating practices and methods
• Extensive experience in understanding project scope including performing, leading, and directing quantity takeoffs, statistical analysis, and cost analysis.

Skilled in understanding technical discipline processes. Broad knowledge of engineering and construction codes and standards

• Knowledgeable of various contract forms and alignment of estimates to match each type (e.e., Lump Sum Firm Fixed Price, Time and Material, Cost Plus Fixed Fee, etc.).
• Proficient in MS Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) & estimating software (Timberline / Sage)
• Demonstrated proficiency in mathematics required to build estimates, create formulas for accurate calculations, and validate estimate accuracy
• Extensive knowledge and demonstrated experience with power and process industries project pre-construction estimating and project construction support
• Capable of performing material and quantity take-offs from engineered drawings and applying historical and current market unit rates, labor estimates for installation, productivity rates for various task complexities, and all other aspects necessary to develop a complete project estimate.
• Experience and capability to manage an estimating department of subordinate multi-disciplined estimators
• Polished, professional demeanor with the ability to communicate and present complex issues internally and externally to management, customers, subcontractors, and other third parties.

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