Senior Concrete & Asphalt Estimator

Magnum Paving LLC; Villa Rica (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Pave America is seeking an Estimator to join our team to accurately determine construction costs by analyzing plans, specifications, and other documents. You will estimate quantities, labor, equipment, and materials, and prepare detailed bids and budgets for clients and project managers.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction estimating with concrete and asphalt expertise, strong blueprint reading skills, and proficiency in Bluebeam, PlanSwift, and On-Screen Takeoff.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction estimating, with concrete and asphalt expertise.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
• Experience with estimating software: Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of local building codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare accurate estimates for concrete work.
• Calculate costs of labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors.
• Identify potential risks and opportunities in the estimating process.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure alignment of cost estimates with project requirements.
• Prepare and present bid proposals in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain cost databases and stay current with market trends in pricing and construction methods.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and post-bid reviews.
• Ensure all estimates meet safety, quality, and schedule requirements.
• Track and update project budgets, costs, and changes throughout project lifecycles.

Skills

Estimating

Concrete

Asphalt

Blueprints

Bluebeam

Takeoff

Negotiation

Communication

Codes

Tools

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

Pave America is seeking an Estimator to join our team to accurately determine construction costs by analyzing plans, specifications, and other documents. You will estimate quantities, labor, equipment, and materials, and prepare detailed bids and budgets for clients and project managers.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction estimating with concrete and asphalt expertise, strong blueprint reading skills, and proficiency in Bluebeam, PlanSwift, and On-Screen Takeoff.