Junior Estimator

Junior Estimator

Job Description

Equal Opportunity Employer

Supervises: N/A

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary:

Action Traffic Maintenance we are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Estimator to join our growing preconstruction team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to develop their estimating skills across a variety of highway civil and infrastructure project types. Working closely with senior estimators and project managers the Junior Estimator will support the full bid lifecycle - from initial project review through final bid submission.

Essential Job Functions:

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all the following essential functions. These examples do not include all the duties which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

Respond to correspondence (phone email etc.) with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.

Review and analyze project plans specifications and bid documents for our Fence & Cable Barrier division but could also include Guardrail Traffic Control Sign Installation and Drilled Shaft Foundations

Assist in preparing detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates

Develop and distribute invitations to bid (ITBs) to subcontractors and suppliers

Contact and follow up with subcontractors and vendors to ensure adequate bid coverage

Assist in preparing scope sheets and bid summaries

Support the estimating team on bid day - compiling and reviewing proposals prior to submission

Attend pre-bid meetings and project site walks as needed

Maintain organized bid files and documentation throughout the estimating process

Assist with project handoff to the project management team upon award

Collaborate with leadership to continuously improve estimating accuracy and processes

Work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment to plan and coordinate all aspects of the project including the ability to adjust quickly to complete a project according to the contract.

Ensures compliance with federal state local industry contractual and company regulations standards specifications and best practices.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge Skills Abilities and Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Qualifications:

Associates degree in construction management Project Management or Building Construction- Preferred

0-3 years of experience in a construction environment in an assistant coordinator technician-type role or as a junior estimator preferably within highway construction.

Demonstrated knowledge of construction operations and highway construction & Fence principles- Preferred

At Action Traffics discretion may consider an alternative combination of formal education and work experience.

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

Proficient skill in using office equipment and technology including but not limited to: Microsoft Suite applications; Outlook Excel and Word.

Strong interpersonal skills obtaining buy-in and reaching consensus through collaborative efforts.

Customer-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Ability to assess situations solve problems and work effectively under stress within deadlines and in emergencies.

Employees are expected to have an understanding of how to read blueprints

Respond to correspondence (phone email etc.) with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness

Skill in assembling and analyzing data and preparing accurate reports.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to stand sit walk climb use hands and fingers talk hear and view and create written documents. The ability to work in a fast-paced high-stress environment is also required. The employee must lift or push/pull objects of up to 25 lbs. without assistance. Accommodation may be made as needed for employees required to lift or move objects that exceed this weight.

While performing the duties of this job the employee works near moving mechanical equipment and is exposed to weather conditions & uneven terrain as well as to fumes or airborne particles and noxious odors. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when working in the field.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Required Experience:

Junior IC