Estimator - Harrisburg, PA

H&K Group; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) Savings and Investment Plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Tuition reimbursement programs

Job summary

Harnden Construction Services, LLC is seeking an Estimator for landfill-related projects in the Mid-Atlantic region. The role is based in Harrisburg, PA, with in-person work and opportunity to handle a range of public and private bids exceeding $1M to $20M.

You will join our estimating team and collaborate with preconstruction to pursue opportunities across MD, VA, and PA. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, attention to detail, and will undergo background checks and drug

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of estimating experience in civil/site construction; landfill projects a plus.
• A two- or four-year degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field preferred.
• Understanding of civil drawings and specifications including earthwork, utilities, and E&S controls.
• Ability to use Bluebeam and Agtek Gradeworks as takeoff tools.
• Familiarity with HCSS HeavyBid and SmartBid.
• Knowledge of surveying and GPS equipment is a plus.
• Must be a U.S. citizen for restricted site access.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a complete and comprehensive landfill-related estimate as assigned.
• Review drawings and project specs for scope, measurements, and geotechnical inputs.
• Travel to pre-bid meetings and conduct project site reviews.
• Perform quantity takeoffs to estimate crew setup and material costs.
• Identify subcontractors and material suppliers to obtain quotes.
• Develop production rates and crew/equipment setups for bulk earthwork and utilities.
• Build anticipated schedules with concurrent activities.
• Prepare required bid documentation for submissions.
• Maintain relationships with key contractors and vendors throughout projects.
• Collaborate with Preconstruction Team to document best practices and innovations.
• Participate in mentoring sessions to advance estimating skills.

Skills

Estimating experience

Communication skills

Civil/site construction knowledge

GPS surveying knowledge

Education

Two or four-year degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

Agtek Gradeworks

HCSS HeavyBid

SmartBid

Job description

Overview

Harnden Construction Services, LLC. is a heavy-civil site contractor that performs earthwork and wet utility construction projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Our mission is to build strong communities through project execution, construction employment, and community service. Our staff has extensive knowledge in site construction, large earthwork, complex underground utility installation, landfill construction and structural excavation.

We are looking to add valued members to our preconstruction team due to our growing work volume. As an Estimator on our team, you will have the opportunity to prepare estimates for a wide range of construction projects in the public and private sectors, ranging in magnitude from >$1M to $20M. You will be joining our estimating team to pursue public and private bidding opportunities throughout Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania.

The ideal candidates would have strong communication skills with keen attention to detail and be a team-oriented individual. This position is based in our corporate office in Harrisburg, PA. Successful passing of a background check and drug testing will be required as a condition of employment.

Why work for Harnden Construction Services?

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Veteran owned
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan
• Paid Holidays and PTO
• Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs

Responsibilities

Roles & Responsibilities:

Under limited supervision, be able to prepare a complete and comprehensive estimate for landfill-related project pursuits as assigned and as follows below:

• Review and understand drawings for scope of work to include mass earthwork, grading, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, waterline, landfill gas, leachate collection and erosion and sediment controls
• Review and understand project specifications, to include measurements of payment and geotechnical reports
• Travel to pre-bid meetings and conduct project site reviews
• Complete quantity takeoffs to estimate crew setup and material costs
• Identify and contact subcontractors and materials suppliers to receive competitive quotes
• Develop production rates and crew/equipment setups to properly estimate bulk earthwork, slope grading, utilities, and other aspects of site/landfill construction
• Build anticipated schedules with concurrent activities
• Complete required supporting documentation for bid submissions
• Build and maintain relationships with key contractors and vendors throughout the course of your project assignments
• Collaborate with the Preconstruction Team to incorporate and document best practices and innovation
• Participate in mentoring sessions to continue to advance your estimating skills.

Qualifications

Required Skills, Education, and Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years of estimating experience in civil/site construction industry, with specific experience of landfill related construction projects is a plus. Less or no estimating experience may be considered for the right candidate with prior industry related experience with a desire to learn.
• A two or four-year degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field of study is preferred; prior industry experience will also be considered.
• Understanding of civil drawings and specifications including earthwork, utilities, and E&S controls.
• Ability to use Bluebeam and Agtek Gradeworks as tools to assist in takeoffs of work.
• Familiarity with HCSS HeavyBid program
• Familiarity with SmartBid
• Knowledge of surveying and GPS equipment is a plus
• Must be a U.S. citizen for restricted site access

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to:
  • Sit
  • Use hands to finder, handle or fell
  • Talk or hear
• Occasionally required to:
  • Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl
  • Reach with hands and arms
  • Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Specific vision abilities:
  • Close
  • Color
  • Ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

• Regularly required to drive
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions
• Noise level is usually moderate
• Regularly exceeds 40 hours/week

Language

• English (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Harrisburg, PA 17109 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Harnden Group, LLC, does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.

Pre-employment drug testing (EOE)