Civil Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Griffin Contracting, Inc.  Company is currently seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Estimator to join our team. This will be a full time, salaried position. This is not a remote position.

As a Heavy Civil Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing estimates and submitting bids for heavy civil roadway/ transportation projects. This role ensures accurate cost estimates, competitive bids, and compliance with company standards and client requirements. You will collaborate with project managers and executives to secure profitable work. You will deliver consistent, competitive, and accurate estimates through detailed bids and review all bid packages before being submitted. You are typically involved in multiple projects at a time. In addition to having responsibility for the technical success and execution of the bidding process, you are also responsible for maintaining relationships with department leaders and the leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Management:

• Develop and implement estimating procedures and best practices to improve accuracy and efficiency

Estimating and Bidding:

• Review Plans and Specifications to understand the scope of the work
• Analyze the project and prepare takeoffs, detailed estimate setup, subcontractor, and vendor RFQs, and follow up on RFQs to ensure quotes are received
• Visit project sites to determine potential problems, verify quantities, and determine options for construction methodology
• Attend pre-bid meetings
• Use computer-based software to complete takeoffs, verify field measurements, and obtain information from the contract documents to accurately calculate information for estimates
• Assist in preparing Subcontracts and Purchase Orders
• Prepare project reports, business correspondence, and documents
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Assigned tasks are completed on time, in a professional and organized manner
• Good working relationships with internal staff, subcontractors, vendors, client representatives, etc., maintaining ethical standards

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret plans, specifications, and other contract documents
• Estimating techniques, cost control, and material pricing
• Understanding of Civil Engineering and Construction Principles
• Project Management principles, practices, and methods
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Estimating software knowledge and experience with ProContractor, HCSS Heavy Bid, AGTEK, Bluebeam, and Google Earth
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Experience in the State of Georgia (GDOT)

Qualifications

• Preferred formal education in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or similar
• Minimum 4 years of heavy civil estimating experience, with proven experience leading small to large scale DOT project bids ranging from $1 million or more: Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT0 experience highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles, construction methods, and DOT project requirements
• Strong command of HCSS Heavy Bid, AGTEK, Bluebeam, and Google Earth
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and accountable

Established in 2001, Griffin Contracting, Inc. is a leading heavy construction contractor and materials supplier serving clients across the Southeast. Our expertise spans site preparation, roadways, utility work, asphalt milling and paving, concrete paving and foundations, and demolition. We collaborate with a diverse range of clients, including public utilities, civil engineering firms, construction managers, local and state governments, commercial and residential developers, and transportation authorities. At Griffin Contracting, we are committed to delivering exceptional quality and fostering long-lasting client relationships.

Company Description

Established in 2001, Griffin Contracting, Inc. is a leading heavy construction contractor and materials supplier serving clients across the Southeast. Our expertise spans site preparation, roadways, utility work, asphalt milling and paving, concrete paving and foundations, and demolition. We collaborate with a diverse range of clients, including public utilities, civil engineering firms, construction managers, local and state governments, commercial and residential developers, and transportation authorities. At Griffin Contracting, we are committed to delivering exceptional quality and fostering long-lasting client relationships.