Heavy Highway Construction Estimator
Heavy Highway Construction Estimator
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$ 68000 - 87000
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Job Description
The ideal candidate has experience in accurately estimating project costs preparing bids and providing support during the preconstruction phase. They possess in-depth knowledge of construction processes materials and industry standards. The Estimator collaborates with project teams subcontractors suppliers and clients to ensure accurate and competitive bids. They also contribute to value engineering cost analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Collecting and reviewing project plans specifications bid documents and scope of work to determine the required resources materials labor and equipment.
- Attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and any questions or answers.
- Inspecting the construction site to fully understand the project site conditions design issue scope and establish a project strategy and schedule sequence/phasing and site logistics.
- Conduct detailed takeoffs for grading demolition traffic control all other necessary items and quantity surveys to quantify project components.
- Utilize estimating software spreadsheets and historical data to calculate project costs accurately.
- Review and alter estimates by tracking addenda.
- Responsible for asking and answering all project related questions to Owner and Subcontractor.
- Analyze cost factors including labor rates material prices equipment rental and subcontractor quotes.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering alternatives.
- Create and present bid summary report.
- Prepare comprehensive and competitive bids including detailed cost breakdowns clarifications and assumptions.
- Determining the most suitable suppliers subcontractors materials for project and coordinating with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and quotes.
- Review bid documents for accuracy completeness and compliance with project requirements.
- Submit bids within specified deadlines and follow up with clients or owners as necessary.
- Participate in bid presentations and negotiations.
- Provide technical input during constructability reviews and value engineering sessions.
- Contribute to risk analysis and identification of potential project challenges.
- Support the development of preconstruction proposals including technical write-ups and project cost summaries.
- Schedule handover meetings with field project team lead the meeting and transfer all the information to field project team.
- Coordinate with Senior Estimator/Chief Estimator/Project Manager to prepare final budget for awarded project.
- Set up awarded project in accounting system and project management system including cost & revenue.
- Collaborate with procurement teams to issue purchase orders and subcontracts.
- Assist Project Manager in Change Order understanding budgets cash flows and preparing preliminary schedules.
- Perform cost analysis and comparisons between estimated costs and actual project expenses.
- Identify and investigate cost variances deviations and trends.
- Prepare detailed reports including budget vs. actual analyses cost forecasts and project financial summaries.
- Provide insights and recommendations to project teams for cost control and improvement measures.
- Contribute to lessons learned and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
- Input cost data into company database.
- Provide and maintain unit pricing and database for material and other costing.
- Communicate with subcontractors and suppliers to request quotes negotiate pricing and evaluate capabilities.
- Maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure reliable and competitive pricing.
- Review subcontractor qualifications insurance requirements and compliance with project specifications.
- Proactively seek and identify new Subcontractors and Vendors to further enhance our core Subcontractor and Vendor list in all markets.
- Collaborate with the field team to gain knowledge and understanding of construction processes and techniques.
- Participate in meetings and training sessions to enhance estimating skills and industry knowledge.
- Bachelors degree in construction management Civil engineering or a related field (preferred).
- 2-5 years of experience in construction cost estimation with progressively increasing responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of construction processes materials and industry standards.
- Proficiency in construction estimating software and tools specifically HCSS and Bid to Win (Office 365 Bluebeam Heavy Bid AGTEK Project Management Scheduling Software etc. nice to have).
- Advanced skills in quantity takeoff cost analysis and pricing.
- Excellent analytical mathematical and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication (Verbal & Written) and negotiation skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of relevant construction codes regulations and safety practices.
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation package
- Health dental and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan
- Training and development opportunities
- Career advancement potential
- A positive and inclusive work environment
CMES Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer M/F/V/H/AA. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. CMES Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy) gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability genetic information marital status amnesty or status as a covered veteran and without regard to any other characteristic protected by applicable law all in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. CMES Inc. complies with applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including hiring placement classification promotion termination compensation benefits job training and other aspects of employment.
CMES Inc. was founded in February 1996 by professional civil engineers. The initial operations of CMES Inc. were conducted from their home in Lawrenceville Georgia. The founders were only employees for a time working diligently to obtain and complete projects within budget and on time as per contract specifications.
Today we are still young but also an aggressive company comprised of experienced professionals from the engineering design analysis construction and project management fields. We have grown to a workforce of over 300 dedicated employees and a fleet of more than 400 heavy construction equipment and vehicles. Our corporate office is located on a 67000 square foot facility which houses contracts estimating administrating accounting human resources and our fleet departments. CMES Inc. ranks among the Top 5 Heavy Highway Contractors based in Atlanta. In turn the company has grown steadily over the years which is evidenced by revenues exceeding $100M.
Certifications from various entities in the Metro-Atlanta area are held by CMES Inc. and include DOT certifications MBE and EBO/ABE.
Employment Type
Full-Time
