Underground Construction Estimator (Tunneling)

Temple Health; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Traylor Bros., Inc. is seeking an estimator to prepare cost estimates for underground construction projects and to work with vendors to develop bid-ready figures.

You will analyze complex plans, monitor costs, and support tender preparation on large tunnel programs. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and has 5+ years of underground estimating experience, with willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline is required or relevant work experience.
• 5+ years of underground estimating experience required.

Responsibilities

• Consult with vendors and engineers to discuss and formulate estimates.
• Analyze plan documents to prepare time, cost, materials and labor estimates.
• Prepare estimates for vendor or subcontractor selection.
• Confer with engineers, architects, owners and contractors on changes to estimates.
• Prepare management reports for planning, organizing and scheduling work.
• Prepare cost and expenditure statements for duration of project.
• Assess cost effectiveness and track actual costs against bids.
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures.
• Conduct studies to establish standard hours and costs or cost reductions.
• Review material and labor requirements to decide buy vs produce.
• Assist estimating team to predict project timescales and costs.
• Estimate completion rates including allowances for weather and contingencies.
• Calculate final estimated costs with overhead and profit; present tender price.
• Travel as required for meetings, site visits, training, etc.

Skills

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Effective listening

Attention to detail

Organization

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Engineering knowledge

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Traylor Bros., Inc. is seeking an estimator to prepare cost estimates for underground construction projects and to work with vendors to develop bid-ready figures.

You will analyze complex plans, monitor costs, and support tender preparation on large tunnel programs. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and has 5+ years of underground estimating experience, with willingness to travel.