Senior Estimator

Role Description

This position is responsible for preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of full estimates on a variety of complex projects. This is a salary position reporting directly to the Senior Estimator at RAM Enterprise, Inc. The selected candidate will report to the Elko, NV office but can be a remote position.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate new bid opportunities for constructability and internal suitability.
• Summarize and present high-level scoping of potential projects to internal stakeholders for go/no go approval.
• Visit project work sites, participate in pre-bid meetings, clarify scope of work, and prepare RFI's.
• Accurately utilize project plans and specifications to identify scopes of work, assign crews, schedules, materials, and subcontracting opportunities.
• Interpret drawings and plans to create detailed material takeoffs.
• Create detailed cost estimates using HCSS Heavy Bid estimating software, and/or internal worksheets, to produce detailed estimates that follow the pricing format required by the client.
• Research pricing for estimates based on historical and regional costs.
• Develop self-performed estimates for trades that RAM chooses to self-perform.
• Understand and seek out specialty subcontractors and suppliers that will assist in the fulfillment of the requirements of the project.
• Work closely with subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders through the bid process to understand and capture the complete scope of each trade involved in the project and the overall estimate.
• Obtain current material and equipment quotes used in the development of an estimate.
• Work closely with other estimators and business unit leaders to develop strategy, competitive differentiation, and an overall understanding of the project.
• Coordinate and lead estimate reviews with business unit leaders and/or other estimators to finalize estimates in HCSS.
• Develop and/or manage the development of preliminary bid schedules based on the information provided in the RFP, utilizing MS Project software.
• Understand and manage RAM's risk as part of the proposal preparation process.
• Prepare and submit written technical proposals, and fill out all other bid documents, accurately addressing the project owners' requests for proposals by the bid submission deadline.

Qualifications

• Field experience, or education in Civil, Mechanical, Structural Engineering, or Project/Construction management preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in heavy industrial, or commercial estimating required.
• General knowledge and understanding of new construction, and process maintenance and repair work relating to surface and underground mine sites.
• Experience delivering lump sum, design build, and time and materials estimates for projects encompassing civil, structural foundations, structural steel erection, piping, mechanical installations, and other industrial applications preferred.
• HCSS (Heavy Bid Software), MS Project, and Excel strongly preferred.
• Experience identifying and presenting alternative delivery methods, or value engineering preferred.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills.
• Flexibility, sense of urgency, and the ability to multi-task.
• Highly productive and willing to manage a busy work schedule independently.
• Strong verbal and written (technical) communication and presentation skills.

Work Environment

• Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
• Regular office environment expectations.
• Sitting at least 80% of the time.
• Standing, walking, and bending at least 10% of the time.
• Infrequent travel to job sites may be required, which may include minimal exposure to hazards typical of an industrial job site.
• Personal protective equipment is required when on job sites, including hard hats, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and - as needed - respirators, gloves, and other required protective equipment.

Benefits

• Insurance - Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401k Company Match
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (Accrued)

Company Description

RAM Enterprise, Inc. promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and ongoing random drug testing. RAM Enterprise, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. RAM Enterprise, Inc. is a DOT compliant company and abides by all DOT regulations.