Estimator (Civil Construction/Underground Utilities (wet/dry) Projects)

Flippo; Great Falls (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Vehicle allowance

Company paid fuel

401(k) with match

Medical/dental/vision insurance

PTO

Employee assistance program

Life/AD&D Insurance

Long term disability insurance

Paid holidays

Safety Boot Program

Job summary

Flippo Construction Company, Inc. is a 100% Employee-Owned contractor based in Forestville, MD, with over 50 years building infrastructure in DC, VA and MD. We seek an experienced Construction Estimator for underground utilities, wet/dry work, and heavy civil projects.

You will draft bids, analyze plans, and coordinate with stakeholders while upholding our ESOP culture and strong benefit package. Qualifications include a BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and 2–3 years of

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (grammar/spelling count).
• Strong organization and time management.
• Computer savvy with Outlook, Word, Excel; familiarity with HCSS/Heavy Bid.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with all project stakeholders on timelines, labor, materials and budgets.
• Review project plans and specifications.
• Estimate crew costs, equipment, and daily expenses.
• Estimate production costs and negotiate with suppliers/subcontractors.
• Flag potential risks to the Chief Estimator.
• Review estimates with the Chief Estimator and complete bid documents.
• Submit bids within deadlines and prepare turnover information.
• Lead job turnover to Superintendent and project management.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

BS degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

HCSS/Heavy Bid

Job description

SEEKING OUTSTANDING CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR

Flippo Construction Company, Inc. is a 100% Employee-Owned, general and heavy civil construction contractor located in Forestville, MD. Flippo has been building infrastructure projects in Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland for over 50 years. Flippo is a diverse and inclusive organization with a "team" culture fueled by our employee-owners. We offer competitive pay and benefits that include Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k) with match, medical/dental/vision Insurance, paid time off (PTO), employee assistance program, life/AD&D Insurance, long term disability insurance, paid holidays, and Safety Boot Program.

Flippo Construction Company, Inc. is seeking an experienced Construction ESTIMATOR to join our team with underground utilities (wet and/or dry) experience. We have streamlined our hiring process, and we promise a fast and efficient hiring experience.

HEAVY CIVIL CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE (UNDERGROUND UTILITIES-wet/dry)

YOU:

• Collaborate with all project stakeholders when determining projected time frames, labor needs, materials, budgets and potential setbacks.
• Review project plans and specifications.
• Estimate crew cost including number and class of people, equipment items, and other daily expenses.
• Estimate production costs.
• Negotiate with material suppliers and subcontractors.
• Flag and point out, to the Chief Estimator, costs that are believed risks.
• Review project estimate with the Chief Estimator.
• Complete and review the bid documents.
• Submit bid documents within the deadline requirements.
• Prepare bid turnover information, contract bond order form, correct bid to reflect last minute price changes.
• Assume lead role in job turnover to Superintendent and project management.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BS degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management along with a minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a fulltime Estimator in heavy civil construction/underground utilities (wet and/or dry) OR substantial experience as a fulltime Estimator in heavy civil construction/underground wet/dry utilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (at this level, grammar/spelling do count).
• Must take pride in your Organization and Time Management skill sets.
• Computer savvy (Outlook, MS Word, Excel, PP): Experience with HCSS/Heavy Bid software.
• Self-starter, accountability, and positive can-do attitude is necessary for fit.
• Must have reliable transportation. Must have a valid driver's license and be able to meet company's driving record requirements.
• Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug test as part of the hiring process.

BENEFITS:

We offer competitive pay and benefits that include Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), vehicle allowance, company paid fuel, 401(k) with match, medical/dental/vision Insurance, paid time off (PTO), employee assistance program, life/AD&D Insurance, long term disability insurance, and paid holidays, and Safety Boot Program.

Flippo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, who fully and actively supports equal access for all qualified applicants, regardless, of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information or testing, family and medical leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.