Estimator

The Estimator works closely with management, operations, and the estimating team in the
review of project plans, requirements, and specifications. The Estimator shall have extensive
knowledge of construction means and methods, costs, and engineering principles. The
Estimator must be confident working with estimating teams on projects of varying sizes and
generating comprehensive proposals and budgets.

Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of services and pricing structure provided
by upper management.
• Coordinate the receipt of bid documents and the submission of bid proposals with
  the project/estimating team.
• Coordinate with project management the preparation of a detailed scope(s) of work.
• Regularly meet with management to review estimating/project management
  progress and to review the estimating calendar.
• Identify project labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals,
  blueprints, written specifications and related documents.
• Conduct site visits and attend pre-bid meetings to understand the project scope(s).
• Evaluate subcontractor/vendor bids to bid documents and plans to ensure that the full scope of work was considered.
• Calculate costs of subcontract scope(s), general conditions, and materials.
• Develop and maintain relationships with company vendors, clients, and subcontractors.
• Manage bid pricing from vendors and prepare detailed cost analysis.
• Coordinate with the estimating team to ensure each project is properly scoped and
  coordinated among all trades.
• Assist operations and purchasing departments with submittals, change orders and proposal
  
• Prepare for bid days by attending review meetings, reviewing proposals and coordinating with subcontractors/vendors

• Ability to read plans and specifications and translate them into estimates.
• BS/BA in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field prefer
• Experience estimating cival construction projects.
• Ability to communicate collaboratively; team player and balanced in approach.
• Well organized, flexible, detail oriented and can multi-task.
• Experience working with commercial and public civil construction projects preferred.
• Advanced computer skills with estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite of software.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements: (Each to have one of the following based on the position: Never, Rarely, Occasionally, Constantly)

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods: Occasionally
• Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another: Constantly
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching: Rarely
• Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions: Rarely
• Talking and hearing to communicate with others: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment: Occasionally
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers: Constantly
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like: Rarely
• Operating machinery and/or power tools: Rarely
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment: Occasionally
• The ability to travel regionally or nationally: Occasionally

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Constantly
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Occasionally
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Occasionally
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Rarely

Working Conditions:

• Low temperatures: Rarely
• High temperatures: Occasionally
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind: Occasionally
• Noisy environments: Occasionally
• Hazardous conditions: Rarely
• Shift work, to include overnight work: Never
• Frequent overtime, including weekends: Never
• Office environment: Constantly

Pave America and it's companies offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with OFCCP regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. We actively promote diversity and inclusion within our workforce. Pave America and it's companies promote a drug-free workplace. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. In compliance with OFCCP requirements, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify their gender, race, and veteran status. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.