Architectural and Structural Estimator

MWH; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health benefits

Flexible Time Off Program

401(k) Plan with company matching

Job summary

MWH is looking for a qualified Estimator in Tampa, FL, to support preconstruction efforts for water and wastewater treatment plant projects. The ideal candidate will prepare cost estimates and provide technical assistance to the Estimating Team for various projects.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with at least 5 years of experience. The anticipated salary ranges from $85K to $145K, along with extensive benefits including health insurance, flexible time off, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience on heavy construction projects.
• Knowledge of construction equipment, techniques, and specification standards.
• Ability to effectively communicate with team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and ensure accuracy.
• Review solicitation documents and identify risks.
• Coordinate estimating factors with engineering and procurement.

Skills

Cost estimation

Construction management

Communication skills

MS Word proficiency

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Timberline Estimating database and software

Job description

About the Role

MWH seeks a qualified Estimator to support preconstruction efforts on critical water, wastewater, and advanced water treatment plant projects for municipal and industrial clients, based in Tampa, FL.

Essential Functions

• Prepare cost estimates on proposals, projects and studies and ensure that the content of the estimate is complete, accurate and meets the requirements of the Estimating Manager.
• Adjust productivities, material prices, and means / methods depending on varying project conditions.
• Review solicitation documents such as specifications and drawings to identify risks and opportunities related to competitive pricing.
• Coordinate and review the variable estimating factors in each area with Engineering, Procurement and Operations.
• Provide technical advice and assistance to the Estimating Team in the preparation of all levels of estimates ranging in scope and complexity.
• Assist the Estimating Team with an independent assessment of an estimate’s accuracy (upon completion of the estimate and summarization of all detailed man-hours, material, construction and home office costs).
• Coordinate the performance of pricing structure development and application to takeoffs, derived quantities, quantity assumption, and cost allowances.
• Obtain and verify construction quotations for facilitation of construction projects, addenda’s and contract changes.
• Obtain and verify subcontractor questions for construction projects and ensures compliance with construction documents.
• Compile and analyze bids.
• Develop reports for all review processes.
• Provide constructability reviews and guidance to the operations team to ensure the preliminary costs of the projects.
• Actively research, solicit, and develop a network of relationships within the supply chain.
• Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontractors, and productivity analysis reports in order to continuously improve estimating accuracy.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field; equivalent combination of construction field experience, skills and training may be substituted.
• Minimum of 5 years of previous experience on heavy construction projects or industrial projects.
• Working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to discipline desirable.
• Must be proficient in using MS Word, and Excel.
• Ability to interface and communicate effectively with others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the water/wastewater sector.
• Knowledge or experience in CMAR, CMS, Design-Build or Hard-Bid estimates.
• Construction field experience.
• Cost control and scheduling exposure is a plus.
• Timberline Estimating database and software knowledge is a plus.

Compensation

• The Anticipated budgeted salary for the position is at $85K - $145K a year, based on experience.
• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.