
Posted 24 months ago
Estimator
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Prepares commercial estimates and bid proposals for civil construction projects, evaluates subcontractors, and assists with pricing and project budgets.
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Looking for an opportunity to make a lasting mark on future generations and the communities they call home? Search no further, HEI has been an unrivaled contracting leader for over 50 years, with operations in Arizona, Colorado, the Carolinas, and Texas.
As a top heavy civil construction company, we are dedicated to transforming landscapes across these regions, and we want you to join our team. With a relentless focus on safety, people, quality, and production, we tackle diverse projects that range from roadways and bridges to water infrastructure and environmental restoration.
Our team is comprised of highly skilled individuals, just like you, who are ready to put their best boot forward. Get ready to unearth your true potential and dig into the exciting world of HEI Civil!
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Estimator with experience in civil construction to join our team in our Castle Rock, CO office. The Estimator will work under the direction of the Estimator Division Manager. The ideal candidate must be able to manage multiple projects at the same time.
Responsibilities:
Prepares commercial estimates per bid procedure.
Prepares subcontractor evaluations.
Attends weekly construction meetings.
Reviews all plans and specifications, permit set of drawings, and Owner requirements with the Estimator.
Prepares bid proposal, including the cost breakdown, clarifications, scope, and exclusions.
Prepares drawing list.
Processes and distributes all F.I.s for estimating and job addendums.
Prepares subcontract takeoffs.
Responds to all subcontractor inquiries in relation to bids.
Assists with pricing of drawings and revisions.
Assists in the pricing of owner and subcontract change orders including written narrative and drawing overlay.
Provides value engineering services.
Prepares subcontractor comparison sheets for evaluation.
Prepares estimate turnovers to project managers.
Assist the estimator in generating the scope of work for all trades.
Prepare Owner / PM bid books.
Prepare post-bid buyouts.
Prepare call list and follow up for coverage.
Maintain positive client/subcontractor relationships.
Prepares Project Budgets.
Makes Job Purchasing Decisions.
Other duties as assigned by Manager.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Computer skills in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and HCSS.
Effective negotiation skills.
Extreme attention to detail.
Superior customer service skills required.
Must be able to effectively communicate and manage subcontractors.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with underground utilities, earthwork, roadway reconstruction, and civil construction required.
Education and Experience:
Education: Minimum High school diploma/GED required.
Experience: 5+ years of experience with Civil and/or Heavy Highway Construction
Salary from: $75,000+ per year; Based on Experience
Skills
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