Senior Estimator: Lead Bid Strategy & Team Mentorship

Granite Construction Company; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 116,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending plans

Wellness programs

Job summary

Granite Construction Company is seeking an experienced Estimator in the United States to develop accurate and timely proposals for private and public sector projects from $50 to $100 million. You will lead bid efforts, review drawings, and coordinate with field operations to ensure competitive costs.

The role demands a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or related field, 10+ years of estimating experience, and prior management experience. Travel to project sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in civil engineering, construction management, or business administration.
• 10+ years estimating experience.
• Prior management experience required.
• Proficiency with MS Office, AGTEK, and Primavera.
• Advanced knowledge of estimating software and civil engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Comprehend and administer safety program.
• Create and promote environmental compliance.
• Foster quality culture across operations.
• Analyze estimate data for labor, materials, equipment.
• Review drawings and site conditions for estimates.
• Analyze alternatives to increase bid competitiveness.
• Review take-off quantities for data accuracy.
• Use cost history to validate estimates.
• Present estimates to senior management.
• Communicate bid info to owners and subcontractors.
• Develop relationships to increase bid opportunities.
• Supervise estimating staff.
• Participate in design-build preconstruction.
• Lead means and methods discussions.

Skills

MS Office

AGTEK Take-off

Primavera Scheduling

Estimating software

Civil engineering

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent

Tools

Primavera Scheduling

AGTEK Take-off

Estimating software

Job description

Granite Construction Company is seeking an experienced Estimator in the United States to develop accurate and timely proposals for private and public sector projects from $50 to $100 million. You will lead bid efforts, review drawings, and coordinate with field operations to ensure competitive costs.

The role demands a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or related field, 10+ years of estimating experience, and prior management experience. Travel to project sites may be required.