MWH Constructors

Senior Estimator

MWH Constructors • $175K — $180K *
Phoenix, AZ 85032In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 10+ years of estimating experience in heavy construction or industrial projects.
  • Proficiency in MS Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and/or Blue Beam.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to interface effectively with teams.
  • Experience in the water/wastewater sector is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed cost estimates for projects and proposals to ensure completeness and accuracy.
  • Coordinate and analyze all aspects related to estimates and their presentations.
  • Review and assess project documents to identify pricing risks and opportunities.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, and Operations on estimating factors.
  • Assist the Estimating Team with technical advice for all levels of estimates.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
  • 100% company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
  • Flexible time off program that includes vacation and personal time.
  • Paid parental leave and sick leave.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
Full Job Description
About the Role

MWH Constructors, Inc. ("MWH"), is seeking a qualified Senior Estimator to support preconstruction efforts on critical water, wastewater, and advanced water treatment plant projects for municipal and industrial clients (including advanced technology sector clients) in Phoenix, AZ. Estimators knowledge on self-performing trades for process mechanical and cast in place concrete, and underground pipe is a plus.

Essential Functions
  • Prepare cost estimates on proposals, projects and studies and ensure that the content of the estimate is complete, accurate and meets the requirements of the Estimating Manager.
  • Plan, coordinate, review, verify and analyze all aspects of estimates and estimate presentation.
  • Knowledge of productivities, material prices, and means / methods depending on varying project conditions.
  • Review project documents such as specifications and drawings to identify risks and opportunities related to competitive pricing.
  • Coordinate and review the variable estimating factors in each area with Engineering, Procurement and Operations.
  • Provide technical advice and assistance to the Estimating Team in the preparation of all levels of estimates ranging in scope and complexity.
  • Responsible for estimate's accuracy (upon completion of the estimate and summarization of all detailed man-hours, material, construction and home office costs).
  • Responsible for conducting takeoffs, pricing structure development, derived quantities, quantity assumption, and cost allowances.
  • Solicit, obtain and verify construction quotations for facilitation of construction projects, addenda's and contract changes.
  • Solicit, obtain and verify subcontractor questions for construction projects and ensures compliance with construction documents.
  • Compile and analyze quotations and bids to ensure compliance with contract documents.
  • Develop reports for all review processes.
  • Provide constructability reviews and guidance to the operations team to ensure the preliminary costs of the projects.
  • Actively research, solicit, and develop a network of relationships within the supply chain.
  • Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontractors, and productivity analysis reports in order to continuously improve estimating accuracy.

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; equivalent combination of construction field experience, skills and training may be substituted.
  • Minimum of 10 years of previous experience estimating for heavy construction or industrial projects, with working knowledge of construction equipment/techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials, and required standards.
  • Must be proficient in using MS Excel, Adobe Acrobat and/or Blue Beam.
  • Ability to interface and communicate effectively with others.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in the water/wastewater sector.
  • Knowledge or experience in CMAR, CMS, Design-Build or Hard-Bid estimates.
  • Construction field experience.
  • Cost control and scheduling exposure is a plus.
  • HCSS HeavyBid software knowledge is a plus.
  • Planswift On-screen Take Off knowledge is a plus.
  • Agtek software knowledge is a plus.

Compensation
  • Anticipated salary for this position is budgeted at $175,000 - $180,000 per year

Benefits
  • Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
  • 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
  • Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
  • Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
  • Paid Sick and Safe Leave
  • Paid Parental Leave Program
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
  • Employee Referral Program

About MWH Constructors

MWH Constructors is a global construction firm that specializes in water and wastewater treatment plants, dams, and other large-scale infrastructure projects. With over 1,000 employees across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, MWH Constructors has a proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and on budget. The company's expertise in engineering, procurement, and construction allows them to provide turnkey solutions to their clients, from initial design to final commissioning. MWH Constructors is committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship, and works closely with clients to ensure that their projects are built to the highest standards of safety and quality.
Learn more about MWH Constructors
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1,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
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