Bridge & Highway Estimator - Bid & Takeoff Expert

Kinsley Construction, Inc.; York Township (York County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401K Plan with company match

9 paid holidays

Up to 20 days PTO

Job summary

Kinsley Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced Estimator for our Highway & Bridge division.

The estimator secures bids, reviews plans and specs, and builds relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to win projects including bridges, highways, dams, and utility infrastructure. The successful candidate will hold an Engineering or Construction Management degree (or equivalent), have strong computer and communication skills, and be proficient with take-off software such as HCSS HeavyBid,

Qualifications

• Engineering or Construction Management degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong computer skills and good written/verbal communication.
• Experience with PENNDOT, MDSHA, WVDOT, DELDOT, or VDOT projects.
• Experience with take-off software (HCSS HeavyBid, Bluebeam, AGTEK) and Microsoft Office.
• Dam project experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Navigate construction drawings and specifications.
• Develop scope of work and prepare bid tabulation sheets.
• Prepare accurate take-offs.
• Perform site visits and attend Prebid meetings.
• Prepare detailed estimates and proposals.
• Professionally communicate with owners, engineers and vendors.
• Obtain competitive pricing from material suppliers and subcontractors; gather interest from subcontractors and suppliers on projects by phone (primary) and email communication.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Excellent communication

Bid/Estimation experience

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Bluebeam

AGTEK

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kinsley Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced Estimator for our Highway & Bridge division.

The estimator secures bids, reviews plans and specs, and builds relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to win projects including bridges, highways, dams, and utility infrastructure. The successful candidate will hold an Engineering or Construction Management degree (or equivalent), have strong computer and communication skills, and be proficient with take-off software such as HCSS HeavyBid,