Job Description

Job Title: Estimator

Department: 10 - Heavy Construction

Reports to: Group Manager/ Sr. Estimator

JOB SUMMARY:

The Estimator is responsible for estimating projects which include all conceptual, negotiated and


competitive bid estimates, and working with Project Management, all support personnel, and


client/vendor relations to achieve precise and accurate estimates. The Estimator reports to the


Senior Estimator or Group Manager.

PRIMARY DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Monitors bid procurement websites and portals to assist in identifying bid
opportunities

Reads and understands construction drawings and specifications in order to provide accurate,
comprehensive takeoffs (estimated quantities) and estimates

Attends pre-bid meetings when necessary Coordinates pre-bid discussions and bid kickoff meetings with other operating groups on
multi-departmental opportunities

Performs site visits to projects sites to assess and confirm constructability approach Engages with and solicits feedback from Group Team members on constructability aspects of
projects, as needed

Develops comprehensive project estimate that includes, but are not limited to, the
following:

o Creates and populates estimate in HCSS HeavyBid software

o Assembles Bid Schedule with sufficient level of detail and logic using Primavera P6

o Performs material take offs to verify estimated billing and cost tracking quantities using Excel,


Bluebeam Revu, and CAD software

o Utilizes historical cost and production data to improve estimate accuracy

o Assembles bid packages and contacts vendors and subcontractors to solicit pricing quotes and


proposals

Coordinates post bid documents submission to owners in accordance with contract
documents

Collaborates with safety, quality, engineering, and legals team to review contract terms,
conditions, and other requirements during procurement

Assists project managers with formatting and importing project budgets into CMiC Collaborates with the project management team to ensure alignment between estimates

and execution

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited University in Construction Management, Engineering, or
related curriculum or equivalent work experience preferred.

Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and estimating software
programs, including HCSS HeavyBid, OnScreen Takeoff, Bluebeam Revu, etc., preferred. Detailed


training on specific programs will be provided.

Solid skills in the areas of math, budgeting, financial analysis, as well as excellent teamwork,
communication (written and oral), and interpersonal skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands of this position must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. The employee will be required to regularly sit for an extended


period of time and frequently stand and walk. The employee frequently is required to use hands to


finger, handle, or feel: and reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee will


occasionally lift and/or move office equipment up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required


by this job include viewing computer monitors. Most work is performed in an office environment


during normal business hours but occasional project

site visits will be necessary.