Underground Construction Estimator

Dynamic Concepts, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Dynamic Concepts, Inc. is seeking an experienced Underground Construction Estimator to provide estimates for all aspects of underground utility construction. The role involves understanding contract scope, negotiating on behalf of the company, and managing subcontract negotiations and purchasing.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of estimating experience in underground utilities construction and/or a B.S. in Construction Management, with strong attention to detail and excellent communication

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret plans and specs accurately.
• Proven ability to present proposals and bids clearly and persuasively.
• Capable of juggling multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously.
• Experience estimating underground utilities and construction projects.
• Proficient with estimating software and Excel/spreadsheet design.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and estimates budgets for construction by studying plans and specs.
• Evaluates offers to purchase by site requirements, additions, and costing changes.
• Resolves cost differences by analyzing and collecting information.
• Writes up and presents budgets, reports, and project plans.
• Develops bids for construction projects and understands contract terms.

Skills

Specifications navigation

Proposal presentation

Multi-project management

Estimating experience

Estimating software & spreadsheets

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Job description

Underground Construction Estimator

Dynamic Concepts, Inc., a growing underground, utility infrastructure company is seeking a Construction Estimator. This position will provide estimating for all aspects of construction. Estimator will understand the terms and scope of the construction contract, correspond and negotiate on behalf of the company and subcontract negotiations and purchasing.

The ideal candidate has Estimating experience (5+ years) in underground utilities construction and/or a B.S in Construction Management. Applicants must be able to handle multiple projects at one time, possess strong attention to detail, possess the ability to successfully negotiate terms and conditions, manage tight deadlines and demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication to collaborate with various levels of management. Computer software proficient specifically with estimating and job cost tracking software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and estimates budget costs for construction by studying plans and specifications.
• Evaluates offers to purchase by site requirements, additions, and costing changes.
• Resolves cost differences by analyzing and collecting info.
• Writes up and presents budgets, reports, and project plans.
• Develops bids for construction projects
• Understand contractual terms and conditions.

Construction Estimator Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to navigate specifications and plans
• Proficiency in demonstrating proposals and projects
• Ability to handle multiple assignments at once

• Previous experience estimating projects into the $ 5 million range.
• Experience with estimating software and spreadsheet design.

Dynamic Concepts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Dynamic Concepts Inc. is fully committed to equal employment opportunity (EOE) and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination and harassment based on race, gender, religion, age, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, and other non-merit factors. All persons shall be afforded equal employment opportunity at Dynamic Concepts Inc. Dynamic Concepts Inc. prohibits discrimination in all aspects of its personnel policies, program practices and operations, and relationships with employees and applicants, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring and merit promotion. Dynamic Concepts Inc. promotes programs of affirmative recruitment and employment at all levels of the company. The company subscribes to, and will implement to the full extent, all applicable laws that promote equality of opportunity. Dynamic Concepts Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate the needs of those persons. Dynamic Concepts Inc. is committed to satisfying its affirmative obligations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to ensure that persons with disabilities have every opportunity to be hired and advanced based on merit within the company.