Senior Estimator

Rockville , MD / Frederick , MD / Washington , DC Location: Rockville, Maryland Job Type: Full-time Company: Francis O. Day Co., Inc. Company Address: 850 East Gude Drive, suite A, Rockville, MD 20850 Company Phone Number: View phone number on click.appcast.io Position: Senior Estimator Pay Range: $150,000- $180,000 (Depending on experience and qualifications) SENIOR ESTIMATOR JOB DESCRIPTION DEPARTMENT : REPORTS TO : POSITION : Estimation Chief of Estimating Full- Time POSITION SUMMARY Prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates and bid proposals for heavy civil construction, site development , grading, excavation, paving, and public works. Review plans and specifications, assess costs and risks , and coordinate with operations and project management to support profitable bids and smooth project handoffs. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Review bid invitations , plans, specifications, addenda , and contract documents ; identify scope requirements and deadlines . Complete quantity takeoffs and estimate labor , materials, equipment, trucking , subcontractors, and other project costs. Analyze production rates, site conditions, construction methods , haul distances , and project risks. Obtain and evaluate supplier/subcontractor quotes; prepare bid summaries, proposals , assumptions, and e x clusions . Identify scope gaps, discrepancies , constructability issues, and pricing risks; communicate questions and changes before submission. Coordinate with project managers , superintendents, operations , purchasing, and leadership; participate in site visits and bid reviews . Support awarded-project handoff , budget setup, cost comparisons, and continuous improvement of estimating tools and procedures . Provide estimating guidance and review support to team members as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS 8+ years of heavy highway/site work estimating experience; HCSS and design-build e x perience required . Ability to interpret civil plans, specifications, and contract documents ; perform quantity takeoffs and develop detailed bids. Knowledge of labor , equipment, materials , trucking, subcontractor costs, production rates , and job cost factors . Proficiency with estimating so ftware and Microsoft Excel; able to manage multiple bid deadlines accurately. PERFORMANCE & WORK ENVIRONMENT Deliver complete, accurate, and timely bids ; identify risks and scope gaps ; protect company margin ; maintain organized estimate records; and communicate clearly with management and project teams . Prima r ily office-based , with occasional site visits and possible extended hours near bid deadlines. ABOUT F . O . DAY COMPANY For over 80 years, family-owned Francis O Day Co . Inc . has built lasting rel ationships with clients , employees , subcontractors, and suppliers . The company supports regional offices and four asphalt production facilities , with a focus on safety, quality , and s ustainable performance. Equal Employment Opportunity: F.O. Day Company considers qualified applicants without discrimination based on c haracteristics protected by law this description summarizes the position , is not exhaustive, and is not an employment agreement; duties may change with business needs . #J-18808-Ljbffr