Estimator

HEI Civil; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HEI Civil seeks an experienced Estimator to join our team in Phoenix. The role focuses on preparing estimates, evaluating subcontractors, and participating in bid and project planning within heavy civil construction.

Strong negotiation, communication, and attention to detail are essential as you review plans and manage bid packages. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in civil construction, proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, and HCSS, and a proven ability to coordinate with Owners, PMs, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of experience in Civil and/or Heavy Highway Construction.
• Experience with underground utilities, earthwork, roadway reconstruction, and civil construction.
• Strong negotiation and subcontractor management abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, MS Project, and HCSS.

Responsibilities

• Prepares commercial estimates per bid procedure.
• Prepares subcontractor evaluations.
• Attends weekly construction meetings.
• Reviews plans, specifications, permit drawings and Owner requirements.
• Prepares bid proposals with cost breakdowns, scope, and exclusions.
• Prepares drawing list and subcontractor takeoffs.
• Processes and distributes all bid-related information and change orders.
• Maintains positive client/subcontractor relationships.
• Manages project budgets and purchasing decisions.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Written and verbal communication

Subcontractor management

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

HCSS

Job description

Looking for an opportunity to make a lasting mark on future generations and the communities they call home? Search no further, HEI has been an unrivaled contracting leader for over 50 years, with operations in Arizona, the Carolinas, Colorado, and Texas.

As a top heavy civil construction company, we are dedicated to transforming landscapes across these regions, and we want you to join our team. With a relentless focus on safety, people, quality, and production, we tackle diverse projects that range from roadways and bridges to water infrastructure and environmental restoration.

Our team is comprised of highly skilled individuals, just like you, who are ready to put their best boot forward. Get ready to unearth your true potential and dig into the exciting world of HEI Civil!

We are looking to hire a experienced Estimator to join our team!

Responsibilities

• Prepares commercial estimates per bid procedure.
• Prepares subcontractor evaluations.
• Attends weekly construction meetings.
• Reviews all plans and specifications, permit set of drawings, and Owner requirements with the Estimator.
• Prepares bid proposal, including the cost breakdown, clarifications, scope, and exclusions.
• Prepares drawing list.
• Processes and distributes all F.I.s for estimating and job addendums.
• Prepares subcontract takeoffs.
• Responds to all subcontractor inquiries in relation to bids.
• Assists with pricing of drawings and revisions.
• Assists in the pricing of owner and subcontract change orders including written narrative and drawing overlay.
• Provides value engineering services.
• Prepares subcontractor comparison sheets for evaluation.
• Prepares estimate turnovers to project managers.
• Assist the estimator in generating the scope of work for all trades.
• Prepare Owner / PM bid books.
• Prepare post-bid buyouts.
• Prepare call list and follow up for coverage.
• Maintain positive client/subcontractor relationships.
• Prepares Project Budgets.
• Makes Job Purchasing Decisions.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Computer skills in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and HCSS.
• Effective negotiation skills.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Superior customer service skills required.
• Must be able to effectively communicate and manage subcontractors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with underground utilities, earthwork, roadway reconstruction, and civil construction required.

Education and Experience

• Education: Minimum High school diploma/GED required.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience with Civil and/or Heavy Highway Construction