Lead Estimator: Civil Construction Bids & Costing

Allan Myers; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Allan Myers is seeking a full-time estimator to prepare and complete project estimates from the regional office in Glen Allen, VA. This role covers multiple disciplines and may involve direct work or leadership of junior staff.

The estimator reviews specifications, performs takeoffs, computes cost factors, negotiates with vendors, and coordinates with Purchasing and project teams. OSHA 10 required, Civil Engineering degree preferred, with 4 years’ experience.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, related major, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 years of construction experience in estimating, operations and/or engineering.
• OSHA 10 hour required.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and incorporates historical data from POs, bid tabulations, subcontracts, and cost systems into unit costs and man-hours.
• Reviews proposal specifications and drawings to prepare itemized bid items and quantities for pre-bid scope.
• Computes cost factors and prepares estimates for planning, organizing and scheduling work.
• Reviews, analyzes and selects vendors/subcontractors and obtains quotations with Purchasing coordination.
• Interfaces with owner/architect/engineer and subs to provide cost data on feasibility.
• Prepares estimates by takeoff of scope, quantifies labor/materials/equipment, and prices work.
• Maintains backup documents with current supplier price data and outcome.
• Supports other departments; may prepare estimates in other disciplines.
• Reviews design options and recommends cost-effective solutions.
• Follows awarded contracts; collaborates with Project Team on extra work items, change orders, and procurement.
• Performs other duties including site policing to maintain safe, orderly workplaces.
• Prepares detailed takeoffs and delay-free production/quality estimates.
• Incorporates safety costs into estimates via Allan Myers Safety Program.
• Acts in lead capacity and provides direction to Estimator I and team members.
• Prepares bid proposals for Chief Estimator review; ensures contract terms are included.
• Develops pre-bid draft schedules and transfers to Project Team when awarded.

Skills

Estimating

Cost analysis

Leadership

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Job description

Allan Myers is seeking a full-time estimator to prepare and complete project estimates from the regional office in Glen Allen, VA. This role covers multiple disciplines and may involve direct work or leadership of junior staff.

The estimator reviews specifications, performs takeoffs, computes cost factors, negotiates with vendors, and coordinates with Purchasing and project teams. OSHA 10 required, Civil Engineering degree preferred, with 4 years’ experience.