Estimator

Estimator Position

United Infrastructure Group continues to be a leader in the transportation construction industry in the southeast with a 100+ year history of delivering successful projects by hiring exceptional employees to work in a professional family environment. UIG is committed to developing the best workforce possible by constantly recruiting, training, and promoting construction industry professionals throughout our organization.

Our comprehensive benefits package is custom designed to achieve that goal through access to the following benefits:

• Highly competitive salaries
• Generous performance bonuses
• Robust subsistence allowances
• Comprehensive health plans (medical, dental, and vision)
• Strong 401k savings and profit-sharing plan with 100% matching contributions up to 4% of compensation
• Significant paid time off
• Life and disability insurance
• Training, education, certification, and qualification assistance

Note: Benefits may vary based on position and length of employment

Role Overview:

As an estimator at United Infrastructure Group (UIG), you will play a critical role in the pre-construction phase of our projects. You will be responsible for preparing and coordinating comprehensive cost estimates that will inform and support management's decision-making. Your expertise will be essential in accurately forecasting project costs for conceptual designs, design-build proposals, and hard-bid work. This position requires a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team of professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-Bid Process:

• Review and analyze project bid documents, including plans, specifications, and addenda, to fully understand the scope of the estimate.
• Attend pre-bid meetings to gather crucial project-specific information.
• Conduct site visits to obtain local and project-specific data necessary for accurate bid preparation.
• Solicit quotes from required vendors and subcontractors, ensuring timely delivery and participation.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs and accurately estimate labor, material, subcontract, and construction equipment costs.
• Prepare and participate in bid reviews with management to ensure quality and accuracy of estimates.
• Assist in the preparation of bid-level schedules.

Bid Process:

• Maintain an up-to-date vendor/subcontractor database.
• Collaborate with other estimators and bid sponsors to address issues that arise during the bid process.
• Create and utilize spreadsheets to evaluate and compare vendor and subcontractor bids.
• Obtain and review prequalification information from subcontractors.

Post-Bid Process:

• Participate in hand-off meetings to transfer information to project teams.
• Provide support to project management teams, including value engineering and major change orders.
• Archive and organize bid information for future reference.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
• Visit ongoing projects to observe construction and apply experience to future estimates.
• Train and mentor other estimators, while also engaging in ongoing training.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience:

• 4-year degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field, or equivalent technical training and field experience.
• 3-4 years of estimating, engineering, or similar experience in civil/structural construction.
• Strong knowledge of concrete materials and construction methods, including formwork, reinforcing steel, and architectural finishes.
• Proficiency in estimating techniques, cost control, and material pricing.
• Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations to determine quantities and costs.
• Skilled in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including Excel, Outlook, Word, AutoCAD, and Primavera.
• Excellent communication and people management skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Technical awareness of construction products, means, and methods.
• Strong time management and multi-tasking abilities, with a proactive approach to work.
• Ability to track job costs and maintain cost databases for estimates.
• Insight into project scheduling as it relates to civil/structural construction.
• Knowledgeable in construction equipment and able to manage equipment rental rate databases.
• Safety-minded, with a focus on incorporating safety-related means and methods into estimates.

Requirements: All applicants must be:

• 18 years of age
• Able to pass a drug test
• Legally eligible to work in the US
• Open to working different shifts if needed by the project
• Must have reliable transportation to and from jobsite every workday (driver's license preferred)
• Willingness to travel for project requirements (multi-state opportunities)

UIG is proud to be an equal opportunity (EOE) affirmative action (AA) employer.