Lead Estimator

Lumin8 Transportation Technologies; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumin8 Transportation Technologies in Fort Worth, Texas is seeking a skilled Construction Estimator to manage the estimating team and develop accurate cost estimates for transportation and civil construction projects. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

The role requires strong analytical and organizational skills, proficiency with estimating software, and a thorough understanding of cost accounting concepts. Work location is in-person at a company-designated office.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of Construction Estimating experience in transportation and civil construction.
• Experience in MEP roadway design-build and conceptual budget pricing required.
• Field Project Management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage estimating team to submit estimates for construction projects.
• Prepare complete cost estimates for Labor and Materials.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and perform project evaluations.

Skills

Excellent analytical skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Outstanding team leadership capabilities

Thorough understanding of cost accounting concepts

Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 applications

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Knowledgeable of national, state, and local building codes

Able to read and understand civil, architectural, structural plans

Knowledge of products and methods of installation in traffic signal construction

Experience with estimating software like HeavyBid or Accubid

Team player

Self-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Construction Management or a similar field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage estimating team to track, prepare, and submit complete estimates
• Follow company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) for Estimating
• Develop and prepare complete cost estimates for Labor, Materials, OH per project
• Prepare bills of material and other information for use by Construction, Purchasing and Accounting
• Attend pre-bid and pre-con meetings with Construction
• Participate in site visits and pre-bid meetings as needed
• Perform field take-offs/evaluations for project estimate preparation
• Review project documents for accuracy and consistency
• Lead development of handover documents for the project team
• Assist construction personnel throughout the project life cycle in tracking and understanding of cost estimates
• Preparation and submission of Change Orders
• Review final cost of completed projects to evaluate bid accuracy
• Develop RFQ’s from vendors
• Lead the review and evaluation of Estimating staff performance
• Coordinate schedule for bid reviews with senior management
• Support a team approach to estimating by coordinating with other company estimators
• Essential functions of the position are to be performed primarily in a Company-designated office or field location.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Outstanding team leadership capabilities
• Thorough understanding of cost accounting concepts
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 applications
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledgeable of national, state, and local building codes and technology standards
• Able to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, technology etc.
• Plans and specifications to include blueprints, proposals and other relevant documents
• Knowledge of products and methods of installation in traffic signal construction
• Experience developing estimates with HeavyBid specifically or other similar software such Accubid, Bluebeam, etc.
• Team player
• Self-driven with the ability to stay on task for extended periods of time while working independently either in the office or remotely

Education and Experience

• 3-5 years of Construction Estimating experience in transportation, roadway and civil construction/field work. Vertical construction not applicable.
• Experience in MEP roadway design-build and conceptual budget pricing required
• Field Project Management experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a similar field; a combination of relevant education and experience considered lieu of a degree

Lumin8 is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetic information. LGBTQIA, Veterans, and women-friendly!

Work Location: In person