Estimator

South Texas HMA & Construction; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical and dental benefits

Group retirement savings

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

Texas Materials, a CRH Company, seeks an Estimator to project material, equipment, and labor needs and develop project budgets for highway and heavy construction projects in Texas. You will identify bid opportunities, analyze take-offs, and prepare risk analyses to present to Management.

Preferred is a 4-year degree in construction management or civil engineering, with experience in roadway estimating and knowledge of HCSS/AGTEK. Valid driver's license required; onsite work setup.

Qualifications

• Experience in roadway construction estimating.
• Valid state driver’s license required.
• Knowledge of HCSS, AGTEK Highway 3D, Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office helpful.

Responsibilities

• Identify bid opportunities, visit sites, and attend prebid meetings.
• Analyze take-offs for quantity comparisons and prepare risk analyses.
• Solicit subcontractors and vendors and handle questions/scope issues.
• Ensure DBE goals are met and prepare questions for the owner.
• Order bid bonds and request insurance quotes.
• Prepare subcontractor and vendor scope sheets.
• Detail cost breakdowns and production rate calculations.
• Prepare post‑bid documents and handoff notes for operations.

Skills

Bid analysis

Negotiation

Time management

Team player

Strong communication

Problem solving

Research skills

Detail oriented

Education

4-year degree in construction management or civil engineering

Equivalent heavy highway estimating experience

Tools

HCSS

AGTEK Highway 3D

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

Position Overview

The Estimator position is responsible for using a combination of past experiences and project specifications to accurately project the amount of materials, equipment, and man-hours that must be utilized in order to complete a given project. Based upon these calculations, they create a project budget that is then presented to Management.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Identify bid opportunities, Visit Site, Attend prebid meeting
• Analyze take-offs for quantity comparisons, Analyze geotech report, Prepare risk analysis/strategy,
• Solicit subcontractors and vendors / handle questions/scope issues
• Ensure DBE goals are met, prepare & submit questions to the owner
• Order bid bond, request railroad/builders risk insurance quotes
• Prepare subcontractor and vendor scope sheets
• Must possess thorough knowledge of project specifications and how the work is paid,
• Detailed cost breakdowns
• Calculate trucking, production, and crew hours
• Break the work into phases (if necessary) and the differential production rates / multiple mobilizations required
• Prepare an estimate as sub / self-perform for some potentially subcontracted scopes
• If successful, prepare post-bid documents for owners, handoff notes for operations and conduct handoff meeting

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• 4-year degree in construction management and or civil engineering is desired but not necessary, equivalent experience in heavy highway construction estimating
• Experience in roadway construction estimating is required
• Valid state driver's license and a satisfactory driving record is required.
• Knowledge of HCSS, AGTEK Highway 3D, Microsoft Projects and all Microsoft Office Products a plus.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Demonstrated commitment to achieving the organization's goals and objectives.
• High ethical standards.
• Manage time efficiently in order to meet bid deadlines
• Team Player and a Self-Starter
• Check bid documents prior to bid submission
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to work with suppliers.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks effectively with a focus on timeliness and responsiveness.
• Ability to deal with the public in a pleasant, courteous, and calm manner in all circumstances.
• Ability to work under pressure and be multi-task oriented.
• Ability to follow complex oral and written instructions.
• Capable of utilizing the internet effectively for research and evaluation.
• Ability to drive change and sell new concepts and approaches through persistence, self-motivation, energy, tenacity, follow-through, and commitment.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).
• Understanding of procurement's impact on financial results.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Safely operate a motor vehicle frequently, such as a pick-up truck, often in rough, uneven conditions. Including mounting and dismounting equipment.
• Inspect construction progress by walking throughout the worksite, which often involves walking on slopes and very uneven terrain or rocks.
• Climbing steps to office trailers or box trailers.
• Utilizing office equipment while sitting.
• Alternating frequently between sitting, standing, walking and climbing
• Occasional lifting.
• Maintaining mental alertness at all times to ensure safety of all employees for whom the individual is responsible.

What CRH/Texas Materials Offers You

• Aninclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Texas Materials, a CRH Company, is an

EOE/Vet/Disability

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