Water & Wastewater Civil Estimating Lead

Austin NAWIC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Civil Estimating Manager to join our Water Civil preconstruction team, with opportunities in Phoenix, Dallas, or St. Louis.

You will lead or support estimating for earthwork, sitework, and yard piping on water and wastewater treatment plant projects nationwide. Responsibilities include developing cost models, performing take-offs, and coordinating with engineers and subcontractors to craft competitive GMP estimates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of applicable estimating, design management or field management experience.
• Self-perform civil experience is strongly desired.
• General knowledge of civil construction, with focus on water and wastewater treatment plant projects preferred.
• Proficiency with estimating software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop or manage the preparation of civil cost models and GMP estimates for CMAR and Design Build construction projects
• Perform quantity take-offs
• Participate in the internal estimate review process and assist with final assembly of estimate presentation for owner
• Evaluate bids and develop scope comparison documents
• Prepare contractual exhibits for scope of work for subcontracts, and direct information/documents to subcontractors
• Collaborate with internal partners and engineers to help influence project design
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, vendors and clients, and represent McCarthy at industry events
• Review project documents to identify value engineering suggestions and alternative pricing
• Communicate with engineers and owners to clarify scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements

Skills

Strong math and analytical skills

Strong organizational andcommunication

Reading drawings

Geotechnical knowledge

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

AGTEK

On-Screen Takeoff

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Civil Estimating Manager to join our Water Civil preconstruction team, with opportunities in Phoenix, Dallas, or St. Louis.

You will lead or support estimating for earthwork, sitework, and yard piping on water and wastewater treatment plant projects nationwide. Responsibilities include developing cost models, performing take-offs, and coordinating with engineers and subcontractors to craft competitive GMP estimates.