Estimator

Crossland Construction Company; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossland Heavy Contractors in Tulsa, OK is seeking an experienced Estimator to lead estimating efforts for heavy civil projects. You will supervise a team of estimators and prepare complete material, labor, and equipment takeoffs from drawings and specs.

The role requires identifying risks, communicating with owners and engineers, and delivering accurate bids under tight deadlines. Proficiency with Excel, Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, and Agtek is preferred, along with a Civil Engineering or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Experience in Estimating (Heavy/Civil) preferred.
• Strong business and financial knowledge and the ability to build relationships in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Attend Pre-Bid Meetings and pre-bid jobsite visits.
• Time management to complete several bids within deadlines.
• Assess past costs to understand labor production and equipment needs.
• Thoroughly understand plans and specifications.
• Learn estimating software including Bluebeam and On-screen to assist with quantity take-offs.
• Enter Labor, Material, Equipment, Subcontractors, and overhead for each project.
• Communicate with Subcontractors and Suppliers to confirm best price and scope.
• Understand means and methods of Road/Bridge Construction, Water/Wastewater projects, and related work.

Skills

Estimating

Budgeting

Leadership

Excel

Bluebeam

Takeoff

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Bluebeam

On-screen Takeoff

AGTEK

Job description

Crossland Heavy Contractors
14149 E Admiral Pl
Tulsa, OK 74116, USA

The estimator will manage and lead estimating efforts, supervising a team of estimators as job requires. This position specializes in estimating accurately and comprehensively the amounts of materials, equipment, and labor necessary for the construction project. Estimators work with drawings and specifications to prepare a complete estimate to construct the project at task. Able to identify risk and errors within plans and correspond with owner and engineer in a timely manner to achieve clarification necessary to complete bid. Knowledge of construction techniques, Quantity Takeoff Methods, and scheduling are essential skills required. Estimators frequently work under the pressure of timelines. They should possess the ability to work accurately and quickly under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Attend Pre-Bid Meetings as well as pre-bid jobsite visits.
• Time management: possess the ability to work quickly and accurately while efficiently scheduling the completion of several bids within a specific time frame.
• Assess past costs to understand labor production and equipment needs.
• Thoroughly understand plans and specifications.
• Computer savvy with the ability to learn estimating software as well as blue beam/ onscreen to assist with quantity take-offs.
• Ability to compile detailed quantity take-offs
• Contact Subcontractors and Suppliers (Communication Skills)
• Obtain/review quotes from subcontractors/suppliers/business partners to confirm best price and work scope coverage
• Understand means and methods of Road/Bridge Construction, Water/Wastewater Treatment Plants, Pump Stations, Lift Stations, & Utility Work
• Enter Labor, Material, Equipment, Subcontractors, and project overhead for each respective project.
• Knowledge and efficiency in Microsoft Excel, Bluebeam, On-screen, and Agtek
• Work in accordance with Crossland core values: trust, integrity, responsibility, and passion

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or a related field is preferred.

Experience in Estimating (Heavy/Civil) is preferred.

Strong business and financial knowledge and the ability to be a relationship builder with strong industry ties.

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