Sr. Construction Estimator (Civil)

Sr. Estimator

Our client is a highly successful, and well-regarded Heavy Civil Commercial Construction company in the Stockton, CA area. They are currently in need of a Sr. Estimator with Heavy Civil experience. Read through the entire job description and if you feel you are a fit, don't hesitate to apply.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Review proposal specifications, drawings, pre-bid meetings and visit project sites to determine scope of work required in preparing bid/estimate proposal.
• Determine labor, equipment and material requirements to complete project and use information to prepare bid/estimate proposal.
• Submit complete bid/estimate proposals to project owners, managers and/or general contractors in a timely and professional manner, provide any clarification on information submitted as needed.
• Provide current and potential customers/client's prompt professional service including design, planning and pricing assistance.
• Provide project administrative management of awarded contracts.
• Coordinate with Estimating Manager, Construction Manager and field leadership, establishment of project objectives, procedures, schedules and performance requirements. May provide indirect or direct supervision of field crew members/foreman or superintendents.
• Maintain documentation of quantities and value of work estimated/completed to support forecasting for future project performance.
• Provide ongoing support to Construction/Operations for efficient and profitable execution of work including scheduling, including procurement and change order/supplemental work processes.
• Monitor subcontractor's work.
• Partner with Contract Administrator to review and process financial aspects of contracts (i.e.: billings, sub-contract payments, material payments, collections, etc.)
• Manage project (responsible for all projects bid unless reassigned).
• Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors.
• Ensure MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
• Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others.
• Visit jobsites and pre-bid meetings.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum:
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Engineering Management, Construction Management or equivalent number of years
  • Heavy Civil (Underground Utilities/Grading/Paving) experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in construction.
  • Survey experience using GPS equipment/software.
  • Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point) and AutoCAD.
  • Must have an active valid California driver's license and acceptable driving record.
  • Communication skills and positive interactions with a variety of customers and vendors required.
• Preferred:
  • Survey experience.
  • Experience working with job cost/construction accounting.
  • Experience working with AutoCAD, HCSS or other estimating software.