Senior Estimator-Milling/Paving

Peckham Industries, Inc.; Palmer (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) is seeking a Senior Estimator to oversee the estimating process for all projects.

This role will lead a team of estimators, analyze market data, and develop comprehensive cost estimates for large DOT projects. The ideal candidate has a Civil Engineering or Construction Management background, 5+ years of heavy highway estimating experience, and a proven track record of $5M–$25M project bids using B2W Estimating and MS Office tools.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Asphalt Paving/ Heavy Highway construction estimating.
• Proficient verbal and written English.
• Experience leading and mentoring a team of estimators.
• Record of estimating projects between $5M and $25M.
• Proficient in B2W Estimating Software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of estimators to drive results.
• Review plans and specs to define scope and craft competitive bids.
• Prepare detailed estimates, quantity takeoffs, and cost breakdowns.
• Conduct extensive market analysis for bids and proposals.
• Assign estimating responsibilities for each project.
• Identify risk areas and quantify impact.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders for accurate estimates.
• Build relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors for pricing.
• Evaluate bids to ensure competitiveness and compliance with project requirements.
• Proficient in MASSDOT and CTDOT Standard Specifications.

Skills

Estimating experience

Verbal & written English

Leadership

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

B2W Estimating

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Word

Job description

Introduction

Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family run business since 1924 and we believe our “family by choice” ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers.

Overview

The Sr. Estimator is responsible for oversight of the estimating process for all projects. They will perform extensive market analysis, review past performances, and analyze the historical cost for projects. Lead and mentor a team of estimators while reinforcing our company mission statement and corporate values. Develop and implement processes and procedures for estimating functions. Estimate large DOT projects in their entirety.

Responsibilities

• Results matter. Lead and mentor a team of estimators to drive results.
• Focused. Review plans and specifications to accurately define the scope of a project and construct a competitive market bid.
• Mastery. Prepare comprehensive project documentation, including detailed estimates, quantity takeoffs, and cost breakdowns.
• Dedication. Conduct extensive market analysis.
• Assign estimating responsibilities for each project.
• Identify areas of risk on a project and the magnitude.
• Communicate. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather project information and ensure accurate estimates.
• Respect and Engage. Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.
• Compulsive Tinkering. Evaluate and analyze bids from subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitiveness and compliance with project requirements.
• Obligated. Proficient in MASSDOT and CTDOT Standard Specifications.

Requirements

Requirements, Education, and Experience:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, preferred.
• 5+ Years of experience in Asphalt Paving/ Heavy Highway construction estimating.
• A record of successfully estimating projects between $5M and $25M.
• Proficient in B2W Estimating Software, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project.
• Proficient verbal and written English.
• Legal right to work in the U.S.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel

The position may require up to 20% travel by personal vehicle to offices throughout New England based on the needs of the business.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

This is mostly sedentary outside of traveling to construction sites. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers. The job will require frequent traveling in the field and various construction sites. This would require the ability to sit at a desk, frequent walking, bend or stand as necessary.