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Estimator

Timothy Jon & Associates

Estimator

Springfield, MO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Our client is the premier contractor in Missouri's heavy civil construction market. Their growth is based on the experience of their principals, their commitment to excellence, and the dedication of its employees. They place the highest value possible on customer satisfaction, safety and on-time performance. 

    The Estimator is responsible for working both independently and collaboratively (with management and project teams) to estimate civil projects. The Estimator’s job is to leverage field experience, industry knowledge and solid analytical skills to prepare accurate quantity take-offs. Fundamental to this role is the ability to make sound assumptions and identify gaps in construction documents.

    Responsibilities:
    • Review, interpret, and accurately estimate scopes of work as describe in the project documents
    • Prepare take-off and pricing for civil disciplines
    • Participate in putting final bid together on bid day, attend pre-bid conferences as requested
    • Responsible for all aspects of estimating including pre-construction, hard bids, negotiated bids, budgets, general conditions, value engineering, and subcontractor bidding.
    • Conduct thorough analysis of drawings and specifications, ensuring required information is provided.
    • Perform detailed project cost estimate using estimating software.
    • Research selected products from a cost and constructability perspective.
    • Solicit sub-contractor pricing and bids for different trades in preparation of cost estimate.
    • Review progress and construction documents for constructability. Lead and participate in discussion regarding alternate detail and materials for specific areas or trades.
    • Provide and present value engineering options and costs.
    • Provide and present estimating productions and scheduling.
    • Coordinate administrative staff in sending documents to vendors.

    Qualifications:

    • At least 8 years’ experience estimating within heavy civil construction industry preferred (Roads, Bridges, Utility, Storm Water). 
    • Must have exceptional written and oral communication skills
    • Highly proficient in selected software i.e. Excel, Word, Heavy Job/Bid, Primavera, Blue Beam, Timberline, TimberScan
    • Ability to make decisions, work independently and coordinate estimating colleagues.
    • Ability to meet critical project deadline, willingness to coordinate and work as a Team Member.
    • Must be able to handle multiple projects at one time.
    Education/Certifications:
    • College degree in civil engineering, construction science, or any other relevant field, with several years of professional experience preferred