Estimator - Lanham, United States - Total Civil Construction & Engineering, LLC

Total Civil Construction & Engineering, LLC
Total Civil Construction & Engineering, LLC
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Lanham, United States

2 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

SUMMARY


The Estimator will review specifications, blueprints/drawings; applies federal, state and local requirements to generate project estimates using estimating and other industry-specific software (HCSS or similar); leverage historical data on labor, materials, equipment and other factors used to generate total cost estimates; interact with actual and prospective clients to develop, improve and maintain improve business relationships; and understand clients needs and provides creative, cost-effective, safe solutions to solve clients challenges.


RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties include - but are not limited to - the following:

  • Prioritizes work to meet broader estimating schedule as provided by Chief Estimator.
  • Provides progress reports to senior management; reviews team s work for accuracy.
  • Effectively builds and maintains client relationships with clients, as well as with vendors and subcontractors.
  • Establishes new relationships with clients, vendors and subcontractors.
  • Partners with clients and provides preliminary site alternatives and budgeting.
  • Reads and understands digital and printed plans, specifications, and related documents.
  • Performs quantity takeoffs (volumetric, linear, area) from plans for earthwork and utilities.
  • Collects and reviews pricing from vendors and subcontractors, making initial decisions on construction partners (vendors/subcontractors); applies knowledge of regulations and requirements to verify subcontractor and vendor compliance with specifications/plans.
  • Uses historical database of project performance to ensure takeoff quantities are realistic.
  • Meets daily with Estimators to review scope of work (SOW), sequence of construction, gather updates on takeoff process and progress, ensure bids are documented and records are accurate/complete

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

  • 4year degree in civil engineering or construction management + 2 years of civil construction estimating and/or engineering experience
  • Works collaboratively and cooperatively in a team setting.
  • Proficient with Windows, web browsers and MS-Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint).
  • Proficient with

Civil Estimating Software:
Heavy Bid, Agtek, ACTIVE Takeoff (or similar).

  • Meets strict deadlines in a highvolume business environment.
  • Able to use office equipment: fax/scanner/printer/copier, telephone (cell/desktop), PC or tablet.
  • Willing to sign a confidentiality agreement.
  • Has/gets valid driver s license and an acceptable motor vehicle record

NOTE:
A satisfactory background check may be required.

  • Total Civil Construction & Engineering is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. _Minorities, Females, Disabled, Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. _Total Civil Construction is proud to participate in E-Verify and be a Drug-Free Workplace._
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