Clark Construction

Estimator (Civil Construction)

Clark Construction$70K — $125K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in heavy highway/civil construction estimation
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Bluebeam, and Google applications
  • Experience with bid-build and design-build projects in the heavy and highway area at various government levels
  • Ability to analyze and comprehend plans, specifications, and contract documents
  • Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
  • Critical thinker with excellent problem-solving and communication abilities
  • Preferred undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management, or related field

Responsibilities

  • Analyze plans and specifications to identify project scope and risks
  • Define scopes of work and create bid packages for various trades
  • Conduct site visits to evaluate field conditions
  • Execute plan take-offs and input data into HeavyBid
  • Develop production rates and crew analyses for estimates
  • Prepare cost analysis based on subcontractor and vendor bids
  • Participate in bid review and construction meetings
  • Assist in design-build strategy and minority participation goals

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401K with Company Match and Contribution
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
Full Job Description
Shirley Contracting Company, LLC is seeking a heavy highway / civil construction estimator, to be based out of our Lorton headquarters, to help grow our backlog of projects. This position will include a variety of project types including, civil, utility, bridge, and structures, ranging from $1 million to over $500 million.

Qualifications:

  • 5+ Years of relevant experience

  • Proficient in computer and corresponding programs – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Bluebeam, and Google

  • Familiar with bid-build and design-build projects in the heavy and highway transportation arena at local, state, and/or federal level

  • Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, and contract terms and conditions

  • Strong organizational and time management skills with an ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment

  • Critical-thinker and problem-solver with strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • Must pass pre-employment physical/drug screening

  • Undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management or related degree preferred

  • Knowledge of grading, underground utilities, maintenance of traffic, bridge and retaining wall construction is preferred

  • Experience with SmartBid, HeavyBid, AGTEK, and AutoCAD is preferred

Responsibilities:

  • Analyze plans, specifications, and contract terms and conditions to determine scope of work and risk portfolio

  • Define scopes of work for various trades, create bid packages, and solicit bids

  • Visit sites as necessary to assess field conditions and access restraints

  • Execute plan take-offs and enter bid information and quantities into HeavyBid

  • Develop self-perform production rates and crew analysis for entry into HeavyBid

  • Prepare cost analysis of bid pricing from subcontractors and vendors

  • Participate in bid review, pre-construction and post-construction meetings

  • Participate in design-build team meetings and assist in development of design alternatives and win strategies

  • Assist in developing a strategy to achieve minority participation goal requirements

  • Document design inaccuracies and write RFI’s to designer as required

  • Complete project budget and schedule with appropriate equipment, materials and manpower

  • Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with subcontractors, vendors, and co-workers

  • Provide estimating and change order support to projects on a continuous basis after successful procurement of work

Benefits: Competitive salary, Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K with Company Match and Company Contribution, and PTO.

Applicants must be 18 years of age and currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis in order to be considered.

For this role the base salary range is $70,000-125,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

About Clark Construction

Clark Construction is a leading construction firm that specializes in building complex projects in a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, and transportation. The company was founded in 1906 and has since grown to become one of the largest construction firms in the United States. Clark Construction is known for its innovative approach to construction, and has won numerous awards for its work. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. Clark Construction is also committed to giving back to the communities in which it operates, and has a strong focus on social responsibility.
Learn more about Clark Construction
Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1906

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