About this role
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:
• Identify upcoming projects for bid and obtain preliminary information
• Attend mandatory and non-mandatory pre-bid meetings
• Identify gaps in scope and submit pre-bid questions
• Make site visits prior to bidding to assess constructability
• Prepare and submit bids using estimating software (B2W Estimate)
• Estimate labor, material, and time requirements by studying plans, specifications, and related documents
• Estimate costs by analyzing labor, equipment, and material from past projects
• Analyze project scopes to determine self-perform and subcontracting needs, and prepare quote solicitation packages
• Prepare and submit vendor and subcontractor request for quote (RFQ)
• Work with project management teams to follow-up on bids and budget performance
• Continually monitor costs through the duration of a project and prepare reports for management
• Prepare change orders and cost breakdowns as needed
• Be proficient with unit price bidding and contracts
• Be very familiar with heavy highway construction, specifically Department of Transportation standards for construction of traffic signals and highway lighting
• Network with customers and stakeholders via industry associations
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• Bachelor's Degree
• High computer competency
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Reading comprehension and inductive reasoning
• Excellent time management and ability to handle shifting priorities
• Team player with self-confidence and professional presence
WORKING CONDITIONS:
• 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.