Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' direct field experience on heavy civil tunnel projects; 20+ years preferred.
• Experience with a heavy civil contractor that has an underground portfolio is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of cost estimating and pricing processes.
• Familiarity with construction claims or change order pricing.
• Accredited undergraduate degree in Engineering or Construction Management required.
• Professional registration or certification, or ability to obtain it within the first year.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in relevant software.
• Experience in specification writing and review.
• Understanding of Measurement and Payment structuring.
• Experience in scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost estimating for complex civil and tunnel projects.
• Manage a team of project cost estimators.
• Conduct and oversee various estimating efforts, including conceptual and production-based estimates.
• Perform take-offs and solicit quotes, and maintain the estimating database.
• Conduct field visits to observe construction methods and equipment.
• Collaborate on risk assessments that distinguish estimating uncertainties from embedded construction risks.
• Review design drawings and specifications for constructability issues and to ensure compliance with build standards.
• Provide QA reviews of work produced by others.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on complex, large-scale civil and underground projects.
• Leadership role overseeing a team, offering career growth.
• Collaboration with experienced professionals in the field.
• Flexible work locations across North America.
• Potential for professional development through certification.