Estimator (Civil Construction)

Shirley Contracting Company; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K with Company Match

PTO

Job summary

Shirley Contracting Company, LLC is seeking a heavy highway / civil construction estimator, based at our Lorton headquarters, to help grow our backlog of projects. This role covers civil, utility, bridge and structure work ranging from $1 million to over $500 million.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of relevant estimating experience, proficiency with Bluebeam, HeavyBid, AGTEK and AutoCAD, and a strong ability to read and interpret plans, specs and contracts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant estimating experience.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Bluebeam, and Google.
• Familiar with bid-build and design-build projects in heavy/highway transportation.
• Read plans, specs, and contract terms and conditions.
• Undergraduate degree preferred in engineering or construction management.
• Experience with SmartBid, HeavyBid, AGTEK, and AutoCAD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze plans, specs, and contract terms to determine scope and risk.
• Define scopes of work, create bid packages, solicit bids.
• Visit sites to assess field conditions and access constraints.
• Enter bid quantities into HeavyBid and develop production rates.
• Prepare cost analyses from subcontractors and vendors.
• Participate in bid reviews and pre/post-construction meetings.
• Assist in design-build meetings and strategy development.

Skills

Five+ years experience

Reading plans & specs

Strong communication

Education

Engineering/Construction Management degree

Tools

Bluebeam

HeavyBid

AGTEK

AutoCAD

SmartBid

Job description

Shirley prides itself on attracting, developing and retaining the best employees in the industry. We hire ambitious and dedicated professionals to fill positions at all levels of our organization.Shirley Contracting Company, LLC is seeking a heavy highway / civil construction estimator, to be based out of our Lorton headquarters, to help grow our backlog of projects. This position will include a variety of project types including, civil, utility, bridge, and structures, ranging from $1 million to over $500 million.Qualifications:5+ Years of relevant experienceProficient in computer and corresponding programs – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Bluebeam, and GoogleFamiliar with bid-build and design-build projects in the heavy and highway transportation arena at local, state, and/or federal levelAbility to read and understand plans, specifications, and contract terms and conditionsStrong organizational and time management skills with an ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environmentCritical-thinker and problem-solver with strong interpersonal and communication skillsMust pass pre-employment physical/drug screeningUndergraduate degree in engineering, construction management or related degree preferredKnowledge of grading, underground utilities, maintenance of traffic, bridge and retaining wall construction is preferredExperience with SmartBid, HeavyBid, AGTEK, and AutoCAD is preferredResponsibilities:Analyze plans, specifications, and contract terms and conditions to determine scope of work and risk portfolioDefine scopes of work for various trades, create bid packages, and solicit bidsVisit sites as necessary to assess field conditions and access restraintsExecute plan take-offs and enter bid information and quantities into HeavyBidDevelop self-perform production rates and crew analysis for entry into HeavyBidPrepare cost analysis of bid pricing from subcontractors and vendorsParticipate in bid review, pre-construction and post-construction meetingsParticipate in design-build team meetings and assist in development of design alternatives and win strategiesAssist in developing a strategy to achieve minority participation goal requirementsDocument design inaccuracies and write RFI’s to designer as requiredComplete project budget and schedule with appropriate equipment, materials and manpowerEstablish and maintain a positive working relationship with subcontractors, vendors, and co-workersProvide estimating and change order support to projects on a continuous basis after successful procurement of workBenefits: Competitive salary, Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K with Company Match and Company Contribution, and PTO.Applicants must be 18 years of age and currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis in order to be considered.For this role the base salary range is $70,000-125,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.Equal Opportunity Employer:Shirley Contracting (subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Shirley Contracting promotes a drug-free workplace.Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA); Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full time basis in order to be considered.