Haugland Group, a privately owned civil infrastructure and energy construction company, has an immediate opportunity for an experienced Senior Estimator to join our team. The position will be based out of our office in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
We are looking for an experienced, self-motivated, highly organized individual to join the Estimating team to provide all facets of construction project support, including submittal processing, material management, and budget analysis.
Key Functions:- Prepare cost estimates for projects as per company business model and industry standards
- Collaborate with project management staff and external design firms on design-build proposals
- Attend pre-qualification events and site visits as required
- Manage, oversee, or perform take-offs, evaluations, and quantity surveys
- Participate and contribute to meetings with estimating staff and operations teams
- Analyze bid documents to determine the scope of work and prepare the bid in compliance with Owners' requirements
- Communicate and maintain relationships with subcontractors
- Solicit and analyze subcontractor and vendor proposals
- Prepare all Requests for Information (RFIs)
- Suggest value engineering options and costs
- Work with project management teams throughout the project lifecycle, including pre-construction functions and change orders
- Mentor junior members of the estimating department
Desired Qualifications:- 5+ years of estimating experience in underground transmission & distribution, district, and substations
- Bachelor's Degree Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or related field is a plus
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and estimating software systems (HCSS Heavy Bid, Accubid, Quickpen, etc.)
- Able to work independently or with a team to complete estimates or proposals efficiently while meeting deadlines
- Effective communication skills, interpersonal and organizational skills, and a strong work ethic
Why Haugland?At Haugland Group, our benefits are designed to convey company culture and values which has employees at its forefront.
- Excellent benefits package including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), short/long-term disability, and life insurance
- 401k with 5% employer match
- Employer funded Dependent Care FSA
- Potential for annual performance-based raise
- Paid Time Off
- Paid company observed holidays
- Educational and professional advancement opportunities
- Frequent company-sponsored events
- Relaxed, friendly office
- Fast-paced, exciting environment
