Estimator, Underground

Clark Group; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Atkinson is seeking an experienced Estimator to support our heavy civil projects from our Austin-area operations. You will assist the Estimating/Preconstruction Department in preparing budgets, bids, and total project costs while soliciting subcontractor quotes and driving continuous improvement in estimating methods.

The role requires 4+ years in engineering or estimating, strong reading of drawings, and proficiency with HCSS Estimating, Heavy Bid, Bluebeam and AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of engineering, estimating, construction management, or field engineering in heavy civil.
• Experience with HCSS Estimating software.
• Ability to lead or contribute to multiple projects and pursuits.
• Familiarity with Heavy Bid, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD preferred.
• Strong organizational, time management and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings, specs, proposals to prepare time, cost and labor estimates.
• Lead or perform portions of estimates for multi-discipline projects.
• Solicit subcontractor quotes and evaluate for scope/qualifications.
• Lead meetings with subcontractors to develop complete scopes.
• Perform risk and contract management for bids.
• Support minority participation strategy and bid review.
• Monitor cost estimates vs actual costs and drive improvement.

Skills

Team leadership

Time management

Communication

Detail oriented

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Education

Undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management or related field

Tools

HCSS Estimating

Heavy Bid

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Job description

Atkinson Underground/Civil About Atkinson Building our nation's infrastructure since 1926, Atkinson provides innovative design and construction solutions for heavy civil projects. We are committed to safely delivering complex, quality projects while building long-lasting, collaborative relationships with our clients.

Role

Atkinson is seeking an experienced Estimator to support our operations teams. The Estimating/Preconstruction Department is responsible for preparing budgets and bids for all Atkinson projects, and for continuous preconstruction on awarded projects that are in the development phase. The responsibilities of the Estimating/Preconstruction Department include compiling qualified bidder lists; issuing invitations to bidders; soliciting bids; preparing estimates for all Atkinson work; quantifying and pricing labor and materials; receiving bids; and reviewing bids to prepare total project costs. This key member of our team will passionately help promote the development of creative, innovative solutions to construction challenges and enjoy the acquisition of winning, profitable work.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of professionalism and ethical behavior when representing the Company
• Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects under various delivery methods
• Lead or perform portions of estimates for multi-discipline projects, including understanding the scope and performing accurate quantity surveys
• Solicit subcontractor and/or vendor quotes and evaluate them for scope and qualifications
• Lead meetings with subcontractors to develop complete scopes and discuss strategy
• Perform risk and contract management responsibilities as required on bids
• Assist in developing a strategy to achieve minority participation requirements
• Review the total estimate to ensure accuracy and completeness before formal quotation
• Monitor comparison of estimated costs to actual costs
• Research and promote continuous improvement in developing more efficient estimating methods

Alignment to our Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction and executes.

The work environment and requirements described below are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.

Basic Qualifications

• 4+ years of engineering, estimating, construction management, general management, or field engineering experience in the heavy civil field is required
• HCSS Estimating software experience
• Demonstrate the ability to either lead or be a part of a team for multiple projects and pursuits at any given time
• Experience in the following software programs: Heavy Bid, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD (preferred)
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask
• Must be detail-oriented, technically sound, and have good communication skills
• Must be familiar with conceptual, detailed, and self-perform estimating
• Field experience is preferred
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management or related degree

Physical Side of the Role

Given that a good portion of your day will be spent at a desk, you should be comfortable with prolonged periods of focused work, whether it's collaborating with colleagues, analyzing data, or developing strategies. The role demands effective communication and sharp visual acuity for reviewing complex documents and performing detailed computer work. While there are times for quiet concentration, you'll also be expected to move actively throughout the office and travel occasionally to various locations, including dynamic construction sites, utilizing different modes of transportation. The ability to lift and move objects up to 10 pounds regularly, and up to 25 pounds on occasion (think a box of files or small office equipment), is also required.

Your Work Environment

Your primary workspace will be in our professional office, which has a typical, quiet-to-moderate noise and light levels. As part of your work, you may also be required to visit active construction sites. These environments are naturally more dynamic and can include exposure to outdoor weather conditions, louder noise, and moving equipment. Your safety is our top priority, and you'll be expected to follow Atkinson's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations.

Our High-Performing Culture

This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires