Heavy Civil Estimator (Independence Excavating)

DiGeronimo Companies; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) + Company match

Paid corporate training program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

DiGeronimo Companies is looking for a detail-oriented Estimator – Heavy Civil to join our team in Pittsburgh. This role involves determining the total cost of heavy civil construction projects through comprehensive estimates and offers tremendous career advancement opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in heavy civil work, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work well with subcontractors and local officials. We provide excellent benefits and stability within a family-owned company since 1956.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of previous related experience in heavy civil work is required.
• Ability to perform complete and accurate project take-offs and estimates.
• Must develop positive working relationships with project engineers and local government.

Responsibilities

• Determine the total cost of heavy civil construction projects.
• Read, understand, and interpret project drawings and specifications.
• Solicit quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.

Skills

Organizational skills

Effective verbal communication

Relationship building

Project take-offs and estimates

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Software

HCSS HeavyBid

Primavera

Job description

Estimator – Heavy Civil

Independence Excavating is looking for a detail-oriented Estimator with a knack for accuracy and analytics to join our team. The Estimator is responsible for determining the total cost of heavy civil construction projects by creating comprehensive and quality estimates. This position offers stability and provides a path for career advancement and opportunities for growth.

Typical Project

• Reading, understanding and interpreting drawings and specifications
• Soliciting quotes from subcontractors and suppliers, estimate 95% complete prior to formal review with Chief Estimator
• Preparing rough schedule of project for determining time frame
• Reviewing estimated productions with superintendents to finalize the bid
• Entering detailed data into our HCSS HeavyBid software
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as Construction Management, is preferred
• 3-5 years of previous related experience required in heavy civil work
• Must have strong organizational skills to handle the variety of tasks assigned
• Must develop positive working relationships with owners and project engineers as well as local government office
• Ability to perform complete and accurate project take-offs and estimates
• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally with employees, external vendors, owners, and general contractors
• Must be able to prepare letters that present a concise and logical point of view
• Preferred to have experience using Microsoft Office Software; HCSS HeavyBid & HeavyJob; Primavera; P6 Scheduling Software; Accounting Software

Benefits

• Weekly Competitive Pay!
• Excellent Benefits:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • FSA & HSA
  • Life Insurance + Optional Family Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Wellness Incentive Program
• Paid Holidays and PTO
• 401(k) + Company match
• Paid corporate training program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stability and a variety of different roles that provide a path to career advancement
• Family-owned and operated since 1956

Independence Excavating, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value workplace diversity and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.