Weeks Construction - Estimator (Gulf Coast)

Weeks Marine, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs

Life insurance and disability benefits

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Weeks Marine, Inc. is looking for a Senior Estimator based in Houston, Texas. This role involves analyzing plans, preparing cost estimates, and managing budgeting for various construction projects in the marine sector. Ideal candidates will have more than 10 years of experience, including at least 3 in estimating, alongside a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Heavy Civil Marine Construction.
• At least 3 years in estimating preferred.
• Fluent in verbal and written English.

Responsibilities

• Analyze plans and specifications.
• Perform site visit(s) and meet with owners and designers if required.
• Prepare take-offs.
• Prepare budgetary estimates.
• Establish means and methods of construction.
• Prepare cost analysis for project portions.
• Solicit quotes from subcontractors and vendors.
• Prepare construction schedule and cash-flow analyses.
• Close out bids and assist in documentation preparation.
• Visit projects and prepare cost analyses.

Skills

Heavy Civil Marine Construction expertise

Estimating skills

Proficient in standard computer software

Supervisory skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Technology/Management

Job description

Requisition ID: 176555

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Weeks Marine - Construction

Department: Estimating

Market: Marine

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

The Senior Estimator is responsible for gathering details and compiling data to estimate all production costs according to bid documents.

District Overview

Weeks Marine’s vast reach and deep expertise, combined with the sheer size and diversity of its equipment fleet, enables the company to serve as a one-stop shop for clients in both the private and governmental sectors, providing exceptional customer service, environmental sensitivity, operational efficiency, and a long-standing commitment to safety. Weeks Marine is headquartered in Cranford, New Jersey, and manages a network of regional offices in Louisiana, Texas, Hawaii, Guam, Ontario, and Nova Scotia.

Location

This position will be located in Weeks Construction Houston, TX office.

Responsibilities

• Analyze plans and specifications
• Perform site visit(s) and meet with owners and designers if required
• Prepare take-offs
• Prepare budgetary estimates
• Establish means and methods of construction and perform engineering analyses to support them
• Prepare cost analysis for certain or all portions of the projects
• Solicit quotes from subcontractors and vendors
• Prepare construction schedule and perform cash-flow analyses
• Close out bids and assist in preparation of supporting documentation
• From time to time, visit projects and prepare cost analyses

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Heavy Civil Marine Construction with at least 3 years in estimating preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Technology/Management required
• Proficient skills in standard computer software packages
• Supervisory experience preferred
• This position requires fluent use of the verbal and written English language

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.