Senior Estimator-Milling/Paving

Peckham Industries

$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred
  • 5+ years of estimating experience in asphalt paving/heavy highway construction
  • Proven success in estimating projects ranging from $5M to $25M
  • Proficient in B2W Estimating Software, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of estimators for optimal results
  • Review plans and specifications to define project scope and create competitive bids
  • Prepare detailed project documentation including estimates and cost breakdowns
  • Conduct in-depth market analysis for accurate project estimating
  • Assign estimating roles and responsibilities across projects
  • Identify and assess project risks
  • Collaborate with project managers and engineers to gather essential project information
  • Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers for competitive pricing

Benefits

  • Inclusive work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and mentoring
  • Engagement in sustainable and community-focused projects
  • Work for a company with a long-standing history and dedication to quality
  • Potential for travel to various construction sites across New England
Full Job Description
Position Description

Job Summary:

The Sr. Estimator is responsible for oversight of the estimating process for all projects. They will perform extensive market analysis, review past performances, and analyze the historical cost for projects. Lead and mentor a team of estimators while reinforcing our company mission statement and corporate values. Develop and implement processes and procedures for estimating functions. Estimate large DOT projects in their entirety.

Essential Functions:

1. Results matter. Lead and mentor a team of estimators to drive results.

2. Focused. Review plans and specifications to accurately define the scope of a project and construct a competitive market bid.

3. Mastery. Prepare comprehensive project documentation, including detailed estimates, quantity takeoffs, and cost breakdowns.

4. Dedication. Conduct extensive market analysis

5. Assign estimating responsibilities for each project.

6. Identify areas of risk on a project and the magnitude.

7. Communicate. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather project information and ensure accurate estimates.

8. Respect and Engage. Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.

9. Compulsive Tinkering. Evaluate and analyze bids from subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitiveness and compliance with project requirements.

10. Obligated. Proficient in MASSDOT and CTDOT Standard Specifications

Position Requirements

Requirements, Education, and Experience:

1. B.S. in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, preferred.

2. 5+ Years of experience in Asphalt Paving/ Heavy Highway construction estimating.

3. A record of successfully estimating projects between $5M and $25M

4. Proficient in B2W Estimating Software, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project

5. Proficient verbal and written English

6. Legal right to work in the U.S.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel:

The position may require up to 20% travel by personal vehicle to offices throughout New England based on the needs of the business.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

This is mostly sedentary outside of traveling to construction sites. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers. The job will require frequent traveling in the field and various construction sites. This would require the ability to sit at a desk, frequent walking, bend or stand as necessary.

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