Estimator/Project Manager

Estimator is responsible for preparing cost estimates and submitting bids and cost proposals for a variety of Department of Transportation, turnpike, municipal and private construction projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

1. Identify upcoming projects for bid and obtain preliminary information
2. Attend mandatory and non-mandatory pre-bid meetings
3. Identify gaps in scope and submit pre-bid questions
4. Make site visits prior to bidding to assess constructability
5. Prepare and submit bids using estimating software (B2W Estimate)
6. Estimate labor, material, and time requirements by studying plans, specifications, and related documents
7. Estimate costs by analyzing labor, equipment, and material from past projects
8. Analyze project scopes to determine self-perform and subcontracting needs, and prepare quote solicitation packages
9. Prepare and submit vendor and subcontractor request for quote (RFQ)
10. Work with project management teams to follow-up on bids and budget performance
11. Continually monitor costs through the duration of a project and prepare reports for management
12. Prepare change orders and cost breakdowns as needed
13. Be proficient with unit price bidding and contracts
14. Be very familiar with heavy highway construction, specifically Department of Transportation standards for construction of traffic signals and highway lighting
15. Network with customers and stakeholders via industry associations

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

1. Bachelor’s Degree
2. High computer competency
3. Strong oral and written communication skills
4. Reading comprehension and inductive reasoning
5. Excellent time management and ability to handle shifting priorities
6. Team player with self-confidence and professional presence

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk

Other duties, responsibilities, required skills/abilities, and physical requirements may be added, changed, or removed by immediate supervisor.