Structures Estimator

DA Collins Companies

$120K — $135K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience accepted.
  • Minimum 5 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction.
  • Experience with estimating bridge construction and related infrastructure projects.
  • Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, and construction sequencing.
  • Proficiency with B2W Estimate (or equivalent) and Microsoft Office tools.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressure.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead detailed cost estimates for various civil engineering projects.
  • Prepare and review estimate quantity takeoffs and pricing for accuracy.
  • Analyze project plans, specifications, and contract requirements comprehensively.
  • Develop project phasing and bid strategies based on analyses.
  • Solicit and evaluate pricing from subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Conduct site visits to assess project-specific challenges and site conditions.
  • Mentor junior estimators and support team development through reviews.

Benefits

  • Company paid health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Company-funded retirement plan.
Full Job Description
Structures Estimator

269 Ballard Road
Wilton, New York
United States

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
• Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates for bridge, structures, foundation, marine, lock, dam, and transportation projects.
• Prepare or review estimate quantity takeoffs, pricing, production rates, and assumptions for accuracy and completeness.
• Analyze plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, schedules, and contract requirements.
• Develop project phasing, construction sequencing, means and methods, and bid strategies.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing, identify scope gaps, and assess project risks.
• Conduct site visits and evaluate access, staging, utility conflicts, environmental constraints, and other project-specific challenges.
• Support Design-Build and Joint Venture pursuits when required.
• Mentor junior estimators and assist in estimate reviews and team development.
• Participate in project handoff meetings and post-bid reviews.

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field; equivalent heavy civil construction experience may be substituted.
• Minimum 5 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction.
• Experience estimating bridge construction, bridge rehabilitation, structural concrete, foundations, locks and dams, marine structures, or similar heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, unit pricing, means and methods, and construction sequencing.
• Proficiency with B2W Estimate (or equivalent), Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple pursuits and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites as needed

Preferred Experience
• NYSDOT and/or VTrans bridge projects.
• Design-Build or Joint Venture pursuits.
• Structural steel erection, deep foundations, cofferdams, temporary works, and marine construction.
• Leadership, mentoring, or oversight of estimating personnel.

Compensation:Competitive wage commensurate with experience. Excellent benefit package including company paid health, dental and vision insurance with a company-funded retirement plan.

Salary Range $120,000 - $135,000

Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as related work experience, market conditions, education/training, certifications and other credentials, overtime when applicable, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.

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