Estimator (Heavy and Civil)

Nabholz Corporation; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nabholz Corporation in Tulsa, OK is seeking a skilled estimator for the Preconstruction Services group. You will handle conceptual and schematic estimating, negotiated and competitive bids, interfacing with project managers and support teams to deliver precise estimates.

Responsibilities include takeoffs with Agtek and On-Screen, preparing bid proposals, RFI handling, value engineering, and preparing turnovers for project managers. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a construction related discipline is desired.
• Minimum 2 years of civil/heavy construction estimating experience.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare subcontractor bids and RFPs with cost breakdowns and exclusions.
• Review plans, specs and Owner/Engineer requirements for bidding.
• Prepare bid proposals and turnovers to project managers.
• Generate scope of work for all trades and post-bid buyouts with PM.
• Respond to bid inquiries and provide value engineering.
• Maintain client/subcontractor relationships and support teams.
• Travel to construction sites as needed; drive company vehicle.
• Assist with pricing of drawings and revisions; conduct takeoffs.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Team player

Travel ability

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a construction related discipline

Tools

Agtek

Earthwork modeling

Estimating software

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Summary

Responsible for estimating projects and other preconstruction duties for the Preconstruction Services group. This includes conceptual/schematic estimating, negotiated, and competitive bid estimates interfacing with project managers and all support teams, as well as client relations to achieve precise and accurate estimates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares subcontractors request for proposals.
• Reviews all plans, specifications, and Owner/Engineer requirements for the bidding process.
• Prepares bid proposal, including the cost breakdown, clarifications, scope, and exclusions.
• Processes and distribute all R.F.I.s for estimating and job addendums.
• Prepares takeoffs using Agtek and On-Screen.
• Responds to all subcontractor inquiries in relation to bids.
• Assists with pricing of drawings and revisions.
• Provides value engineering services.
• Prepares subcontractor comparison for evaluation.
• Prepares estimate turnovers to project managers.
• Generates scope of work for all trades.
• Prepare post‑bid buyouts in conjunction with the PM.
• Prepare call list and follow up for coverage.
• Maintain positive client/subcontractor relationships.
• This job is safety sensitive for medical marijuana purposes.
• This position requires driving a personal vehicle on behalf of the company or a company vehicle; therefore, the applicant must successfully complete a motor vehicle records check, possess, and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, and immediately self-report convictions/violations/tickets to the DOT Compliance Specialist as per Company Policy. Any negative change in the status of the employee’s driving record may result in the revocation of the employee’s privilege to drive for the company.
• All other tasks as assigned.

Education/Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a construction related discipline is desired.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in civil / heavy construction performing responsibilities equivalent to those listed above.
• Working knowledge and comprehension of plans and specifications, as well as construction management.

Computer Skills

• Beginner to Intermediate level in Agtek or Earthwork modeling.
• Beginner to Intermediate level in estimating software.
• Beginner to Intermediate level electronic takeoff ability.
• Intermediate to Advanced level in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Intermediate to Advanced level in Microsoft Project or Primavera.
• Intermediate level understanding of digital images (how to open, view, customize, and print them).
• Strong organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to prioritize work assignments.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Availability to work extended hours as required by project schedules or urgent circumstances.
• Ability to travel throughout all areas of construction sites during all phases of a project.
• Leadership and motivational skills.
• Handles oneself with professionalism during stressful situations.
• Maintains positive attitude and morale.
• Interacts effectively with all members of the company and all outside associates.
• Completes responsibilities diligently.
• Thinks big picture and takes into account long‑term implications of one's actions.
• Works independently, exercises discretion, applies common sense, and makes competent decisions.
• Complies with designated work schedule.
• Uses company resources wisely.
• Maintains neat, clean, and organized workspace.
• Constantly analyzes for ways to improve individual and/or company performance.
• A good communicator (open, direct, and honest).
• Team player and ability to foster team relationships.
• Ability to be creative.
• Key solution provider.
• Ability to deliver a safe and committed team culture and meet project targets and priorities

Physical Demands

• Ability to continuously sit, stand, or walk.
• Ability to bend, squat, climb stairs, and lift frequently.
• May lift and carry heavy objects 5-25 pounds frequently, 25-50 pounds often, 50-100 pounds occasionally.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl in awkward positions continuously.

Work Environment

• Office, cubicle, job site, or workstation.

AA/EOE. Women, Minorities, Veterans, and Disabled People Encouraged to Apply

Nabholz is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.