Civil Estimator & Preconstruction Specialist

BIC Recruiting; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Standard package

Job summary

BIC Recruiting is seeking a Civil Estimator in Scott, LA to work with Business Development, PM and Construction teams. You will prepare estimates, schedules, execution plans, proposals and client materials from plans and specs.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in construction estimating, a bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering, and familiarity with HCSS Heavy Bid. Strong MS Office and technical writing are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' minimum experience in the construction industry.
• Proficient in reading contract documents, drawings and specs.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with HCSS Heavy Bid is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Business Development with proposals and client presentations.
• Study contracts to determine scope, plan and schedule.
• Perform value engineering to enhance client value.
• Prepare accurate estimates for bids.
• Attend pre-bid and post-bid meetings as required.
• Coordinate with Owner, Architect and Engineer during estimating.
• Develop preliminary schedules and budgets with PM.
• Assist preconstruction budgeting discussions.
• Estimate and submit timely change proposals.
• Maintain supplier, labor rates and subcontractor data.
• Analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes for pricing.
• Prepare conceptual estimates and budgets.
• Update cost databases and rates (e.g., HCSS).
• Develop subcontractor relationships for bids.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by manager.
• Travel to project sites when necessary.

Skills

Estimating

MS Office

Technical writing

Contract documents interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid

Job description

BIC Recruiting is seeking a Civil Estimator in Scott, LA to work with Business Development, PM and Construction teams. You will prepare estimates, schedules, execution plans, proposals and client materials from plans and specs.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in construction estimating, a bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering, and familiarity with HCSS Heavy Bid. Strong MS Office and technical writing are required.