Senior Asphalt Estimator — Heavy Highway Projects

Edw. C. Levy Co.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Prescription coverage

401(k) with company match 3%

Disability insurance (long/short-term)

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment program

Employee referral program

Job summary

Edw. C. Levy Co.

is seeking a Heavy Highway Asphalt Estimator in Colorado Springs to perform estimating and bidding on asphalt public and private projects. You will coordinate with the General Manager and Operations to deliver safe, efficient, and profitable construction work while staying current with industry practices. The role requires asphalt or heavy highway estimating experience, strong math skills, and the ability to travel to job sites.

Qualifications

• Must have asphalt or heavy highway estimating experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction or related discipline preferred.
• Knowledge of products and industry including mix designs, pricing, delivery, and plant operations.
• Knowledge of contract negotiations.
• Excellent math skills and ability to estimate sophisticated projects.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk for extended periods; lift up to 50 lbs; climb.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to safely drive company vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and bid projects with accuracy, completeness, and profitability.
• Coordinate project scheduling with project construction manager.
• Utilize pricing parameters on trucking and equipment rates, and materials.
• Measure and adjust processes to meet customer commitments.
• Review job cost reports daily and reconcile projects monthly.
• Monitor systems and projects against KPIs to maximize incentives and avoid issues.
• Represent the company in meetings with customers.
• Maintain knowledge of industry, products, and sales territory.
• Identify methods for expanding customer accounts.
• Identify and follow up on potential business leads.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Cultivate relationships with subcontractors and suppliers and with estimators and managers.
• Regularly travel to job sites to support communication and gain understanding.
• Evaluate, analyze, and assist in resolution of field problems.
• Review payables related to projects and approve checks weekly.
• Present safety talks to crew members and participate in risk assessments.
• Perform other projects and duties assigned by the manager.

Skills

Asphalt experience

Mathematical estimating

Contract negotiation

Driver’s license

Physical endurance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction or related field

Job description

Edw. C. Levy Co.

is seeking a Heavy Highway Asphalt Estimator in Colorado Springs to perform estimating and bidding on asphalt public and private projects. You will coordinate with the General Manager and Operations to deliver safe, efficient, and profitable construction work while staying current with industry practices. The role requires asphalt or heavy highway estimating experience, strong math skills, and the ability to travel to job sites.