Construction Cost Estimator - #2715.36

Wadetrim; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Education reimbursement

401(k)

Performance bonuses

Employee stock program

Job summary

Wade Trim seeks a Construction Cost Estimator to join our Construction Department and improve infrastructure across our Detroit, MI, Atlanta, GA or Tampa, FL offices. A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or a related field is required, with 10+ years of experience and familiarity with estimation software.

You will advance our estimating processes, review EOPCC estimates, mentor engineers, and lead a team for constructability reviews while pursuing innovative methods

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.
• 10+ years of related experience.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, materials and labor costs.
• Ability to estimate municipal projects including heavy civil, water treatment, wastewater treatment, pump stations, etc.
• Familiar with estimation software and MS Office products.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and perform constructability reviews.

Responsibilities

• Advance the cost estimating process and systems for EOPCC development and constructability reviews.
• Estimate and review EOPCC estimates for design phases and QA/QC.
• Train Design Engineers on EOPCC development.
• Lead a team to support EOPCC development and constructability reviews.
• Identify and apply innovative systems or methods to improve project value.
• Develop plans to apply innovation in practice and for clients.

Skills

Cost estimation

Reading drawings

Written communication

Estimation software

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Estimation software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

What We Offer

Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long‑term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program.

Position Description

We are looking for a Construction Cost Estimator to join our Construction Department to improve infrastructure in either our Detroit, MI, Atlanta, GA or Tampa, FL office. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or a related field. Ten or more years of related experience and familiarity with estimation software are required.

Typical Responsibilities

• Further advance our cost estimating process and systems for development of Engineers Opinion of Construction Cost estimates (EOPCC) and constructability reviews.
• Perform, provide guidance and review EOPCC estimates and constructability reviews required for Design.
• Train Design Engineers on the development of EOPCC.
• Build a team to support EOPCC development and constructability reviews.
• Seek out innovative systems, methods and technology that will keep Wade Trim at the forefront of continuous improvement and provide the best solutions for our clients.
• Develop and implement plans to apply innovation to the practice and ultimately our clients.
• Provide technical guidance to a practice area.
• Lead or participate in market segment user group activities identifying technical, training and project management needs.
• Provide QA/QC on specialty projects and assigned initiatives.
• Research and provide updates to practices covered by their technology.
• Mentor/coach selected staff in area of expertise.
• Provide technical input on projects and initiatives.
• Assist market segment in identifying skill inventory in practice of their expertise.
• Provide cross training for skills developed under their practice.
• Provide recommendations for standards and protocols in project delivery and deliverable format.
• Host brown bag seminars for in‑house staff and/or clients.
• Review technical paper requests, abstracts and papers.
• Utilize the network to facilitate introductions to Wade Trim and expand the client base.
• Provide technical input on sales calls, proposals, and presentations.
• Participate in associations within their practice area and volunteer for leadership positions.
• Write for technical publications and make presentations at conferences.
• Network with industry peers.
• Provide technical input on training, equipment, and software.
• Research and provide recommendations for most current technical resource needs including software and skills.
• Maintain a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field required.
• 10 years or more of related experience required.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, materials and labor costs.
• Ability to estimate all types of municipal projects including heavy civil, water treatment, wastewater treatment, pump station, process mechanical, roadway, etc.
• Familiar with estimation software and Microsoft Office Suite products.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications and perform constructability reviews.
• Able to take concept and schematic drawings and develop a meaningful estimate with detail.
• 30 Hr OSHA training is preferred.
• Trench and Safety training is preferred.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Strong written and communication skills.

About Wade Trim

Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We’ve been solving complex engineering challenges for a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.

Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning. Work/life balance is supported through a flexible, hybrid work schedule that brings team members together in the office at least three days a week and connects them virtually when working from home.

To solve our clients’ toughest challenges, we’ve devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open‑minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients’ needs.

Wade Trim’s success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.

Wade Trim is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.