Senior Estimator

Fcc-Construction-Inc.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary w/Annual Evaluatons

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off and Paid US Holidays

401(k)

Job summary

FCC Construction, Inc. in Florida seeks an experienced estimator to quantify, estimate, and support the estimating department on large heavy civil infrastructure projects across the US and Canada, including bridges, roadways, airports, mass transit systems, canals, and tunnels.

You will work closely with Project Managers, Bid Managers, the Chief Estimator, and senior leadership to ensure accurate takeoffs, timely bids, and competitive proposals while visiting project sites and updating software

Qualifications

• Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree or equivalent experience.
• 10–12 years of progressive heavy civil/roadway estimating experience.
• Proficient with On Screen Takeoff and procurement software such as Bluebeam, Planswift, SmartBid, OpenRoads, AGTEK, P6 or similar.
• Proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficient in HCSS, Heavy Bid.
• Knowledge of internal cost systems, progress tracking, and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting contract documents to develop detailed cost estimates for large projects.
• Prepares quantity take-offs and complete scope takeoffs.
• Prepare special engineering studies or reports for bid items.
• Coordinate communications with customers and engineers.
• Review proposals to determine scope and required contents of estimate.
• Solicit subcontractors and suppliers for quotations.
• Maintain database with subcontractor/vendor contact information.
• Update external Company website with bid information.
• Support other department personnel as required.
• Visit project sites to observe construction methods.
• Update skills for software tools used.
• Participate in bid review meetings with staff, partners, and owner representatives.
• Ensure final proposal submittal is completed on time.
• Participate in project hand-off meetings.
• Communicate and reinforce company vision, values, and goals.
• Work productively and meet deadlines.

Skills

Cost estimation

Contract documents analysis

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

On Screen Takeoff

Bluebeam

Planswift

SmartBid

OpenRoads

AGTEK

P6

Job description

The ideal candidate will be responsible for quantifying, estimating, and supporting the FCC Construction, Inc. (FCC) estimating department on heavy civil infrastructure projects. Projects you could be working on include, but are not limited to, building bridges, roadways, airports, mass transit systems, canals, and tunnels. We pursue various projects stretching across the US and Canada. FCC is looking for individuals who are passionate about infrastructure and committed to the construction industry. This position will work closely with other team members, including Project Managers, Bid Managers, the Chief Estimator, the Estimating/Bidding Director, and the Vice President of Construction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting Contract Documents (specifications, drawings, and reference information) to develop detailed, comprehensive cost estimates for large, complex projects.
• Prepares quantity take-offs by calculating the complete takeoff of the scope of work.
• Prepare special engineering studies or reports required by certain bid items or conditions.
• Coordinates communications with customers and engineers.
• Reviews proposal specifications and drawings to determine the scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Solicit subcontractors and suppliers for quotations.
• Maintains database with current contact information for subcontractors, vendors, or self-perform.
• Updates the external Company website with current bid information.
• Supports other department personnel as required.
• Visits project sites to observe construction methods.
• Updates skills for software tools and technology utilized.
• Participates and travels for bid review meetings with internal staff, partners, and owner or owner’s representatives, when required.
• Ensures final proposal submittal is completed on time.
• Participates in project hand-off meetings.
• Communicates and reinforces the Company vision, values, and goals.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.

EDUCATION, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 10-12 years of progressive heavy civil / roadway estimating experience.
• Ability to use On Screen Takeoff and procurement software such as Bluebeam, Planswift, Smartbid, Openroads, Agtek, P6 or similar.
• Proficiency with MS Office products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Proficient in HCSS, Heavy Bid.
• Knowledgeable about internal Cost Systems, Progressing Systems, Level I and II Schedules, Work Breakdown Structures and Project Status Reports.
• A good attitude and the ability to work with, interact effectively, and get along with all levels of management and employees.
• Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills.
• Resourcefulness results oriented individual with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Ability to always maintain discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to understand and follow directions, dependability.
• Desire to learn and grow, self-motivated for success.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods.
• Requires traveling occasionally.
• Minimum physical exertion, such as walking, lifting, standing for long periods, bending, or reaching, may be required.
• Requires visual ability to perform tasks: preparing and analyzing data, plans, drawings, outlines, viewing a computer, and extensive reading.
• Requires the ability to physically operate standard office equipment, i.e., laptop, phone, keyboard, mouse, etc.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary w/Annual Evaluations
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid US Holidays
• 401(k)

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

FCC is an affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetics, creed, veterans’ status, military status, or any other characteristic prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws.