Civil Construction Estimator

Crossland Construction Company; Kansas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossland Construction Company in Kansas is seeking an experienced Estimator to manage estimating efforts and lead a team. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field with at least 2 years of experience in estimating, particularly with road and bridge projects.

The Estimator will communicate effectively with owners and engineers while preparing comprehensive bids. Knowledge of construction techniques and the ability to work under pressure are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience, including experience with road and bridge projects.
• Experience in estimating is preferred.
• Strong business and financial knowledge with relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead estimating efforts, supervising a team of estimators.
• Prepare comprehensive estimates for construction projects.
• Identify risks and errors, and communicate with owners and engineers.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Knowledge of construction techniques

Ability to work under pressure

Computer savvy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

On-screen estimating software

Agtek

Job description

CCC KS Crossland Construction 833 S East Ave Columbus, KS 66725, USA

Responsibilities

The estimator will manage and lead estimating efforts, supervising a team of estimators as job requires. This position specializes in estimating accurately and comprehensively the amounts of materials, equipment, and labor necessary for the construction project. Estimators work with drawings and specifications to prepare a complete estimate to construct the project at task. Able to identify risk and errors within plans and correspond with owner and engineer in a timely manner to achieve clarification necessary to complete bid. Knowledge of construction techniques, quantity takeoff methods, and scheduling are essential skills required. Estimators frequently work under the pressure of timelines. They should possess the ability to work accurately and quickly under pressure.

• Attend Pre-Bid Meetings as well as pre-bid jobsite visits.
• Time management: possess the ability to work quickly and accurately while efficiently scheduling the completion of several bids within a specific time frame.
• Assess past costs to understand labor production and equipment needs.
• Thoroughly understand plans and specifications.
• Computer savvy with the ability to learn estimating software as well as blue beam/ onscreen to assist with quantity take-offs.
• Ability to compile detailed quantity take-offs.
• Contact Subcontractors and Suppliers (Communication Skills).
• Obtain/review quotes from subcontractors/suppliers/business partners to confirm best price and work scope coverage.
• Understand means and methods of Road/Bridge Construction, Water/Wastewater Treatment Plants, Pump Stations, Lift Stations, & Utility Work.
• Enter Labor, Material, Equipment, Subcontractors, and project overhead for each respective project.
• Knowledge and efficiency in Microsoft Excel, Bluebeam, On-screen, and Agtek.
• Work in accordance with Crossland core values: trust, integrity, responsibility, and passion.

Qualifications

2+ years experience, including experience with road and bridge projects.

A bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field is preferred.

Experience in Estimating is preferred.

Strong business and financial knowledge and the ability to be a relationship builder with strong industry ties.

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