Senior Transportation Construction Estimator

Orion Engineers, PLLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Engineers, PLLC is seeking a dynamic Project Engineer focused on infrastructure and transportation to join our firm. You will prepare detailed cost estimates, participate in client proposals, and collaborate with scheduling to align estimates with project timelines.

Responsibilities include evaluating drawings, preparing takesoffs, and supporting procurement while leveraging tools like Excel, Sage Timberline, and HCSS HeavyBid to deliver accurate estimates for complex civil projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related degree and 6 years relevant experience with tollway/highway work
• In lieu of education, 10 years relevant experience with the development of cost estimates
• Experience developing cost estimates and quantity takeoffs in heavy highway construction
• Experience estimating and bidding projects with a general contractor or subcontractor on heavy civil projects
• Familiarity with basic design requirements for roads and bridges
• Experience preparing cost estimates using a variety of Estimating tools, including Excel spreadsheets, Sage Timberline, HCSS HeavyBid, and/or other estimating software

Responsibilities

• Performs detailed cost estimates utilizing the Cost Breakdown Structure, determining the cost of each item from experience and summarizing the total.
• Prepares detailed breakdown of components and elements of estimates for systems and subsystems.
• Performs conceptual estimating by establishing a project’s cost prior to development of graphical representation of a facility.
• Works closely with the project supervisor to ensure the project estimate meets all financial and regulatory guidelines.
• Operates and provides oversight and guidance on the use of selected estimating software.
• Provides support in price negotiations and obtains cost information for materials and services.
• Participates in client presentations as required.
• Develops duration estimates of specific construction activities based on assumed construction approach and production rates.
• Prepares independent cost estimates for submitted change order proposals.
• Collaborates with scheduling team to develop productivity-based cost estimates and ensure alignment with construction schedules.
• Analyzes specifications, drawings, and layouts to calculate total construction cost with labor, materials, and equipment.
• Reviews contractual documents and contract modifications to determine scope of work and changes.
• Maintains historical cost data and estimating standards and databases.
• Prepares takeoffs on complex projects and assigns material and staffing costs.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related degree

10 years relevant experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Excel

Sage Timberline

HCSS HeavyBid

Job description

Orion Engineers, PLLC is seeking a dynamic Project Engineer focused on infrastructure and transportation to join our firm. You will prepare detailed cost estimates, participate in client proposals, and collaborate with scheduling to align estimates with project timelines.

Responsibilities include evaluating drawings, preparing takesoffs, and supporting procurement while leveraging tools like Excel, Sage Timberline, and HCSS HeavyBid to deliver accurate estimates for complex civil projects.