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Heavy Civil Sr. Estimator or Chief Estimator

Jobot

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 135,000 - 220,000

Full time

15 days ago

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Job summary

Jobot, a leading heavy civil infrastructure contractor, is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their team in Houston. The ideal candidate will evaluate proposals, prepare estimates, and engage with clients and vendors to ensure project success. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive Bonus Package
Flexible Work Schedules
Company Truck/Truck Allowance
Accelerated Career Growth

Qualifications

  • 5+ years experience in construction industry, estimating or cost control preferred.
  • Specialized knowledge in alternative construction delivery methods.
  • Required company or regulatory certifications.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluates proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work.
  • Prepares discipline estimates by calculating a complete takeoff.
  • Engages with clients and vendors to discuss estimates and resolve issues.

Skills

Communication
Interpersonal skills
Technical writing
Time management
Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
Construction Management

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software

Job description

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Base pay range

$135,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr

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Job details

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Salary $135,000 - $220,000 per year

A Bit About Us

We are a heavy civil infrastructure contractor headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado with offices across North America including TX, NC, VA, CA, etc..). We specialize in building large-scale infrastructure projects such as bridges, highways, railways, roads, tunnels, hydropower facilities, and industrial infrastructure for the transportation, energy, and water sectors. We employ contracting methods like design-build and public-private partnerships to deliver innovative solutions to infrastructure challenges.

If you are an experienced Estimator then please read on…



Why join us?


Do you want to build the most state of the art projects? We do too!

  • Competitive Base Salary!
  • Competitive Bonus Package!
  • Extremely Competitive Benefits Package!
  • Flexible Work Schedules!
  • Company Truck/Truck Allowance!
  • Accelerated Career Growth!

Job Details

Job Description

  • Evaluates proposal specifications, drawings, and attends pre-bid meetings to determine the scope of work and necessary estimate contents.
  • Integrates historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc., into unit and person-hour figures.
  • Offers technical input on project and contract risks to the lead estimator responsible for final bid price approval. Reviews the final estimate to ensure the defined work aligns with the overall project schedule and cost goals.
  • Prepares discipline estimates by calculating a complete takeoff of the scope of work. Determines material quantity requirements from engineering drawing dimensions.
  • Engages with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
  • Performs additional assignments as directed by management.
  • Monitors client addenda and advises the estimating team on changes during the estimate period.
  • Assists with design review options and recommends the best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or material availability.
  • Collaborates with the estimating team to prepare and conduct project hand-off meetings between the pursuit team and the project management team.
  • Researches and recommends vendors and subcontractors for designated scopes of work to achieve pursuit and cost goals.
  • Maintains knowledge of the company's values and strategic plan.

Supports published corporate policies.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required.
  • 5+ year experience in construction industry, estimating or cost control preferred.
  • Specialized knowledge and experience in alternative construction delivery methods.
  • Required company or regulatory certifications
  • Required company Safety certifications
  • Advanced knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software
  • Communication and interpersonal skills for clear and effective support research, recommendations and pricing.
  • Strong technical writing skills.
  • Time management and strong prioritization skills to meet tight turnaround and bid deadlines.
  • Able to lead pursuit and estimating activities on a large or complex pursuit project.

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Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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