Dredging Estimator - Civil/Marine Construction

Weeks Marine, Inc.; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision plans

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Weeks Marine, Inc. in Covington, LA seeks a mid to senior level Estimator for dredging projects. You will prepare, review and present discipline estimates for proposals, develop conceptual estimates and perform cost analysis to support bids.

Responsibilities include evaluating drawings, preparing cost sheets, reviewing subcontractor quotes, and maintaining historical data. Strong Excel/Bluebeam skills and travel up to 10% are expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estimating experience in Civil Construction, Marine Construction, or Dredging.
• Proficient in MS Office, including Excel; adept with takeoff software (Bluebeam).
• Experience with Navisworks and detailed cost analysis.
• Attention to detail with strong communication and leadership skills.
• Experience coordinating with estimators and stakeholders; travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate project specifications and drawings for dredge projects
• Prepare schedules, quantity takeoffs, project cost sheets
• Prepare detailed material, labor, equipment, and subcontract cost sheets
• Accept, review, and analyze subcontractor quotes
• Develop subcontractor scopes of work
• Prepare project bid status reports
• Monitor ongoing jobs for bid accuracy
• Attend on-site pre-bid/proposal conferences and site visits
• Maintain an accurate, current database of historical data
• Foster relationships with subcontractors and suppliers

Skills

Estimating experience

Excel proficiency

Navisworks

Bluebeam

MS Office

Strong communication

Tools

Navisworks

Bluebeam

Job description

Weeks Marine, Inc. in Covington, LA seeks a mid to senior level Estimator for dredging projects. You will prepare, review and present discipline estimates for proposals, develop conceptual estimates and perform cost analysis to support bids.

Responsibilities include evaluating drawings, preparing cost sheets, reviewing subcontractor quotes, and maintaining historical data. Strong Excel/Bluebeam skills and travel up to 10% are expected.