Estimator

General Description:
The Estimator will play a crucial role in the preparation of bid proposals, ensuring the accuracy and competitiveness of our bids. This role requires strong analytical skills, the ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders, and a thorough understanding of construction processes and safety standards.

Essential Duties:
• Understand and execute department and company procedures to complete required tasks.
• Work with customers and subcontractors on each project to build long-lasting partnerships, manage expectations and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Analyze and compile estimate data that impact the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location, and other factors to ensure a high quality and timely estimate.
• Download, print, and review drawings, specifications, and proposed project site conditions; record findings and solicit input from field operations for inclusion in the final project estimate.
• Identify risks on assigned projects and discuss solutions with Senior Estimators.
• Exemplify attributes that mirror company core values such as integrity, work ethic, and honesty. Take initiative to lead, train, and develop team members.
• Present bid-level value engineering decisions with input from the estimating team.
• Enter all cost elements of bids and discuss takeoff items with the Senior Estimator. Recommend overhead and profit percentages.
• Prepare bid proposals with final review by the Senior Estimator. Assist in preparing technical proposals.

• Perform bid contract reviews and learn major terms/risks with Senior Estimator guidance.
• Determine quantities "take-offs" and/or review "take-off" quantities to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates.
• Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase competitiveness of the bid.
• Develop and maintain positive business relationships to increase bid opportunities in local & regional markets.
• Submit RFIs to Agencies, Owners, General Contractors, and Architects as needed during the bidding process.
• Analyze and evaluate bidding risks, strategies, and participate in bid reviews with management to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Utilize existing cost history as a check to complete estimates.
• Travel as necessary to visit job sites & preconstruction meetings.
• Prepare bid documents for submission to ensure bid day responsiveness.
• Communicate estimate bid information to field operations at estimator handoff meetings to ensure understanding of the scope of the job and critical means and methods of construction.
• Support Project Managers as needed to ensure control of construction costs and maintain the integrity of bids.
The above list is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of this position.

Work Experience:
Must have 5 years or more experience in the civil construction industry and minimum 2 years of experience estimating in at least a junior estimating capacity.

Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, Architecture, or equivalent related work experience.

Skills:
Proficient skills in:
• MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• AGTEK Take-off
• Blue-Beam Take-off
• Primavera Scheduling software
• Advanced knowledge of Estimating software – HCSS (Heavy Bid) Preferred
• Advanced knowledge of civil engineering principles
• Advanced knowledge of construction principles
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of agency (U)DBE requirements

Job Title: Estimator

Date posted: on 11/15/24

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Location: Concord, CA

Benefits: Excellent package (medical, dental, and vision) 100% of employee and 75% of dependent premiums are paid by Bay Cities.

Also provided: Life/Disability Insurance, 401K Plan, vacation, and sick pay.