SR ESTIMATOR- HEAVY CIVIL/HEAVY HIGHWAY

StaffWorthy; Arizona City (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm is seeking a SR ESTIMATOR for heavy civil/highway projects in Arizona. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of estimating experience and proficiency in software such as HCSS and Heavy Bid. Responsibilities include reviewing project specifications, developing bid packages, and preparing detailed estimates. Strong collaboration skills are essential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to significant civil projects and work closely with a dedicated management team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of heavy civil/roadway estimating experience, including removals and grading.
• Experienced in various estimating software: HCSS, Heavy Bid, AGTEK.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Review project specifications, plans, and Geotech Reports.
• Develop and solicit subcontractor bid packages.
• Prepare estimates and conduct bid reviews with management.

Skills

Estimating software proficiency (HCSS, Heavy Bid, AGTEK)

Collaboration skills

Project specification review

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

HCSS

Heavy Bid

AGTEK

Excel

Job description

About the job SR ESTIMATOR- HEAVY CIVIL/HEAVY HIGHWAY

Responsibilities

• Review project specifications, plans and Geotech Report, attend pre-bid meetings, determine site conditions through a site visit.
• Determine self-performed scope of work and subcontracted scope of work.
• Solicit subcontractors and material supplies including any possible requirements for DBE or SBEs subcontractors.
• Develop bid packages for the various subcontractors and materials suppliers scopes of work and send out RFQs.
• Proficiently prepare estimates by performing take-offs, setting up the estimate file and building activities & logic in the Heavy Bid (HCSS) estimating software.
• Enter both subcontractor and material supplier quotes in HCSS and make awards.
• Conduct bid Review with Chief Estimator and Management Team prior to bid day.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college, technical school or university in Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent OR;
• A minimum of 5 years of heavy civil / roadway estimating experience including removals, grading, concrete structures, aggregate placement, asphalt paving, airport runways and related scopes of work or equivalent and;
• A minimum of 5 years of Estimating including software like HCSS, Heavy Bid, AGTEK, OST, P6, Excel or equivalent.
• A good attitude and the ability to work with and get along with others.

SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS

5 years of experience with estimating software like HCSS, Heavy Bid or AGTEK