Estimator - Heavy Civil, Roads & Bridges

02301 Lunda Construction (BRF); Wisconsin; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lunda Construction, a Tutor Perini Company, seeks an Estimator- Heavy Civil, Roads & Bridges to join our Milwaukee, WI; Hilbert, WI; or Black River Falls, WI office. You will calculate take-offs, material prices, labor costs, and equipment, supporting ambitious project bids.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field and 5+ years of estimating experience; 8+ years can substitute for the degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of construction estimating or related experience required.
• 8+ years of experience can substitute for the degree.
• Proficiency with reading engineering drawings and cost coding.

Responsibilities

• Calculate quantity take-offs, material prices, labor costs, and equipment.
• Research historical data and prepare bid packages.
• Develop project estimates and update bid documents.
• Maintain estimate files and support cost monitoring.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Reading drawings

Cost estimation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

MS Excel

Job description

Lunda Construction, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking an Estimator- Heavy Civil, Roads & Bridges to join our office in either Milwaukee, WI, Hilbert, WI, or Black River Falls, WI.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

About Lunda Construction: Excellence in Construction since 1938 Lunda Construction is a major heavy/highway, civil and industrial general contractor with an uncompromising pledge to achieve the highest standards of Engineering and Excellence, with the Safety of the workforce and traveling public being the highest priority. Building isn’t just a job. At Lunda Construction, it is our passion. With every project we undertake, we set the bar high and provide the best people in the industry, with a true love of what we do to make our Customers’ vision a reality. From inception to completion, we use the latest techniques and technologies to make sure that the project stays on point and on budget. Even after a project's completion, our post-construction teams work to ensure that our Customers are satisfied. At Lunda Construction , we believe our work stands as a testament to the quality and excellence that we stand for as a company. Notable projects include the Southwest METRO Green Line Extension, I-74 Mississippi River Bridge, Saint Croix Crossing, Marquette Interchange, I-494 Airport to Highway 169 Design-Build, and the Southwest LRT Blue Line Extension.

Description

As a Estimator- Heavy Civil, Roads & Bridges at Lunda Construction, you will have the opportunity to:

• Calculate various statistical data, including quantity take-offs, material price lists, labor costs per person-hour, and equipment.
• Research historical data (purchase orders, subcontracts, and productivity analysis reports) and compile summary reports to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimates.
• Participate in developing project update and bid package estimate documents.
• Maintain files of working documents for back-up to estimating figures.
• Assist in the monitoring of conceptual estimates with actual cost data.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field from an accredited institution preferred.
• 5+ years of previous construction estimating, engineering, or similar experience preferred.
• 8+ years of additional relevant experience can be in lieu of the degree.
• Knowledge of construction materials and recognition of material designations (i.e. W section and HP section) required.
• General knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing required.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to work well as part of a team.
• Ability to calculate mathematical extensions, read and understand engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, and cost coding systems is essential.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam and MS Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate consistent ability to be dependable, consistent, diligent, and thorough.
• Solution oriented problem solver.

OUR MISSION

We build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

OUR VISION

We strive to be the preeminent full-service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world-class execution. We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value, and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.

Equal Opportunity Employer