Senior Estimator, Water/Wastewater & Civil Projects

The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walsh Group, Walsh Construction & Archer Western in Atlanta, GA, seeks an Estimator for the Southeast Water Division. The estimator will support management, operations and estimating staff in reviewing plans, requirements and specifications for water and wastewater facilities and large projects.

Ideal candidate has heavy civil experience, bid development across hard bid, negotiated and conceptual projects, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience or College Degree with 3 years of experience
• Experience estimating projects over $30M
• Understanding of all applicable estimating software
• Extensive knowledge of construction costs and engineering principles
• Well organized, flexible, detail oriented and have the ability to multi-task
• Prioritize work load and consistently meet deadlines while constantly changing tasks and demands
• Effective presentation skills
• Excellent written and oral communicator

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, requirements and specifications.
• Have demonstrated leadership abilities to coordinate a team of estimators to develop a large multidisciplinary estimate.
• Determine labor and equipment costs.
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing.
• Review and understand all bid documents and assess project risks.
• Understand project logistics and project schedule.
• Prepare bid packages. Compare and analyze competitive subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Review quotes and estimates with the Project Management Team.
• Prepare estimates at different levels of completion (conceptual, Schematic, DD, CD, etc.)
• Assist with certain post-bid buyouts.
• Comprehends contract requirements for diversity compliance.

Job description

The Walsh Group, Walsh Construction & Archer Western in Atlanta, GA, seeks an Estimator for the Southeast Water Division. The estimator will support management, operations and estimating staff in reviewing plans, requirements and specifications for water and wastewater facilities and large projects.

Ideal candidate has heavy civil experience, bid development across hard bid, negotiated and conceptual projects, and strong communication.