Job Description

About us :

Founded in 1984, we offer public and private clients comprehensive site management for heavy civil utility construction projects across the Baltimore area.

Our company is privately-held and focused on being a Prime Contractor in our service area, pursuing projects in the following sectors: Governmental, Commercial, Transportation, Residential, Education and Environmental.

Position Scope :

The Senior Estimator will enjoy full autonomy in designing and leading the entire Estimating process at the highest level of the company.

This requires a subject matter expert who is deliberate, persistent and consistently delivers with accuracy throughout the following phases: evaluating bid specifications, producing comprehensive estimates, developing bid strategies, managing contracts and subcontracts, providing cost & margin analysis, and understanding the complete project scope that is required to successfully bid and win a project.

Required skills : Estimating experience on large-scale transportation, public utilities, and critical infrastructure projects over $5M to include water lines, stormwater, wastewater, restoration, etc. Proficiency using and/or implementing software such as BlueBeam, HCSS, etc.

Location : Baltimore, MD

Compensation : $120-150k, commensurate with experience

Here’s what you’ll do :

• Perform all stages of an estimate for heavy civil works projects, including project selection, estimate organization, take-off, pricing, review, and closeout

• Collaborate and coordinate with owners, engineers, project managers and other relevant stakeholders to pre-empt and resolve any technical matters during planning and development, negotiation, and contract execution - ensuring profitability

• Find new business opportunities and collaborate with the leadership team

• Full-scope proficiency in the means, methods, and ability to read and understand plans and specifications

• Prepare, review and edit subcontractor bid packages to be included in bid proposals

• Attend Pre-bid meetings, Site visits, and pre-construction meetings

• Assist project management with pre-construction planning, takes part in scheduling meeting and budget meetings, as requested

• Prepare, analyze and maintain accurate quantities and thorough take-offs

• Develop/utilize, improve costings methods, and keep current with industry best estimating software

• Other duties as assigned

You’re a great fit if you have :

• At least five (5) years of experience as an Estimator, ideally in heavy civil construction

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar field (preferred)

• Familiarity working with or implementing construction PM software (preferred)

• Knowledge of government contract administration (preferred)

• Strong analytical skills and ability to drive action with minimal input or information

• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation with a detail-oriented approach to project

• Knowledge of heavy civil construction in the company's areas of focus along with industry best practices and market conditions/trends

Company’s employee expectations :

• Entrepreneurial “Owner” mindset and a drive to bid and win projects for the company

• Ability to exercise patience and discipline in a customer-centric work environment

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and in multi-function teams

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