Senior Estimator - Pflugerville, United States - Cash Construction

Description

OverviewSenior Estimator(s) perform day-to-day functions for the firms estimating activities including, but not limited to, serving as the estimating lead on various projects.

Responsibilities includes pre-bid attendance as needed, bid management, vendor databases, cost databases, estimating software, and estimating best practices. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in construction estimating. The candidate should possess an understanding of contractual requirements, conceptual estimating, design drawings (P&ID, PFD, etc.) and project specifications.

The candidate should be able to understand risk assessment analysis and have proven estimating experience in multiple markets and geographic locations.

ResponsibilitiesPrepare complete quantity take-offs, ensuring all items incorporated in the assigned scopes and pricedInterpret project documents to prepare clear, complete and competitive estimates, general conditions, and bidInforms preconstruction staff of project requirements and owner directives, and develops a plan to meet stated goals.

Manages multiple projectsValue Engineer solutions to meet clients budgetaryParticipates in identifying qualified subcontractors, and establishing and maintaining bid solicitation lists.

Attends all preconstruction meetings with the design team and client on behalf ofFills in design gaps with assumptions that align with the design intent of theResponsible for tracking cost at various stages of the projects lifecycle.

Prepares project clarifications and bid assumptions for submission to Owner.

Investigates local market conditions and their effect on cost andCoordination with other company executives to help effectuate the firms strategic planning effort.

Develop department protocol for best estimating practices.
Must have excellent planning, organizational and coordinating skills.
Attend technical and professional meetings and seminars as necessary.
Establish timelines and estimating goals for effective and timely submittals.

Work to achieve the department objectives and ensure career pathRepresent company vision when presenting to potential clients, detailing Lemartecs capabilities in connection with business developmentCollaborate closely with Lemartecs Building Systems on all related metal building pricing efforts.

Ensure quality of services meets project requirements.
Ensure effective communication and collaboration on estimates between all disciplines and parties.
Provide risk and cost comparison analysis on estimates.
LEED APScheduling Programs(Microsoft Projects preferred)QualificationsB.S.

in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent progressive work experience with 7 + years of estimating on construction projects or 10+ years of experience in lieu of educationDemonstrated knowledge of Heavy Civil construction.

Specifically, earthwork, underground water, underground wastewater, underground drainage and street/highway construction.
Experience with self-perform work.
Sound organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
Experience with Agtek earthwork take-off software is preferred.
Experience with HCSS Heavy Bid estimating software is preferred.
Willingness to work in a team environment.

Who We AreCash Construction, a division of MasTec, was founded on a commitment to excellence; excellence in how we treat our clients and our employees.

Incorporated in Texas, Cash Construction continues to be a leader in the construction service industry, completing projects involving water and wastewater utilities, drainage improvements, lift stations, pump stations, dry utilities and roadwork.

Our client base includes a vast array of local municipalities, counties, the Texas Department of Transportation, private developers, and various other entities.

Why Work With Us ?We offer competitive compensation for professional, skilled and hourly employees.

Our employees are covered by a variety of health insurance plans nationwide, with dental, health, vision care, short- and long-term disability, basic life, AD&D, and supplemental life and AD&D offerings.

We also provide a 401(k) retirement savings program with a company match, as well as a company stock purchase plan.

Apply Today to Join Our Team*We are an equal employment opportunity employer.

Our policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We also prohibit harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also our policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions#J-18808-Ljbffr