Senior Estimator, Transportation Projects

The Walsh Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walsh Group is seeking a Senior Estimator for its Georgia Transportation group in Atlanta, GA. This role develops accurate proposals and estimates, reviews bid documents, and collaborates with the project management team to ensure competitive, comprehensive bids.

You will lead quantity takeoffs, subcontractor solicitations, and post-bid buyouts while maintaining schedule discipline and quality. Travel to bidding regions is required as needed.

Qualifications

• Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree preferred.
• 10 years of experience.
• Extensive knowledge of construction means and methods, costs and engineering principles.
• Able to work independently without much supervision and work well with a team.
• Engages and coordinates with Lead Estimator on the bid.
• Understands Costs and Market Conditions.
• Takes accountability for delivering on commitments.
• Identifies and understands differences in subcontractor quotations.
• Looks to continually improve and grow.
• Accurately estimates time required to complete actions and activities.
• Accurately interprets written information associated with projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced computer skills with estimating software.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast paced, changing environment.
• Some travel is required for projects that are bidding in different regions.

Responsibilities

• Reviews project plans, requirements and specifications to develop a comprehensive understanding of the project and develop scope of work, labor and equipment costs.
• Prepares quantity takeoffs and pricing of scope either through self-perform production based estimate or unit price estimating.
• Reviews and understands all bid documents and material requirements to assess constructability and product material requirements.
• Initiates subcontractor solicitations and quality discussions with subcontractors to gain detailed knowledge of portion of work for which the Estimator is responsible.
• Prepares bid packages; involves comparison and analysis of competitive subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Analyzes subcontractor bonding capabilities, workload and prior performance relative to project.
• Prepares estimates according to the requirements of multiple delivery systems. Reviews quotes and estimates with the project management team.
• Assists with certain post-bid buyouts
• Initiates and participates in meet and greet presentations with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Comprehends contract requirements for diversity compliance.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree preferred

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

The Walsh Group is seeking a Senior Estimator for its Georgia Transportation group in Atlanta, GA. This role develops accurate proposals and estimates, reviews bid documents, and collaborates with the project management team to ensure competitive, comprehensive bids.

You will lead quantity takeoffs, subcontractor solicitations, and post-bid buyouts while maintaining schedule discipline and quality. Travel to bidding regions is required as needed.