NYC based contractor in NYC seeks an experienced Chief Estimator. Our projects include high profile heavy civil construction and transit projects. We are looking for a strong leader with exceptional estimating talent who is capable of mentoring staff and serving as a key member of our management team. The individual must be driven to succeed in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.

• Must have strong background in preparation and review of estimates for a variety of civil construction projects: heavy construction, highways, excavation, piles, foundations, slabs on grade, caissons and rail systems.
• Able to lead and mentor and hire estimators.
• Ability to develop relationships with vendors and clients.
• Engineering background with significant experience in public work projects in NY metro area market.
• Well versed in bid process and thorough understanding of material and labor costs in the NY metro area.
• Should have strong hands-on experience with HCSS and Excel spreadsheets.
• Ability to analyze capital programs and forecast trends and target areas for bidding new work.
• Bachelors degree in a construction related field, 10-15 years experience in estimating and 5 years supervisory experience.
• Excellent compensation/benefit package.

Chief Estimator (Civil/Construction)

ENR Top 600 specialty contractor located in downstate Illinois is looking for an experienced Chief Estimator. The individual must be resourceful, enjoy challenging estimating projects, and be driven to succeed in the fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities include: leadership and development of the estimating team; development of comprehensive estimating procedures; preparation and review of estimates, participation in internal project progress/status meetings; tracking and improving estimating accuracy and efficiency; interfacing and building key client relationships.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelors degree in a construction related field; minimum of 15 years experience in estimating and 5 years supervisory experience; experience in different markets; knowledge of heavy civil construction (i.e.: earthwork, concrete paving, bridges, underground utilities); highly organized with strong oral and written communication skills; exhibit exceptional professional judgment; ability to multi task and prioritize without significant direct supervision; strong computer skills and experience with HCSS Heavy Bid and Heavy Job.

Competitive salary and benefit package. EOE/AA

Submit resume and cover letter with salary requirements to midwestemployer@gmail.com.

Utility Services Estimator

Cianbro has an exciting career opportunity for a Utility Services Estimator for work in Pittsfield, Maine. The position requires the preparation of contract proposal estimates for High Voltage Transmission and Distribution projects. The position will also involve the review proposals, specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents to estimate materials specificity, quantity, and cost. Determines the suitability of the project for Cianbro and the availability of resources to bid the project and continually monitors the work through completion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform preliminary review of RFP's and help determine suitability of project to meet company goals, and assess how project fits in schedule.
• Develop preliminary estimate plan and assess ability to meet RFP dates.
• Identify scope of work and perform specificity, quantity, and cost takeoff from RFQ information.
• Review available plans and specifications to make sure estimate effort is in compliance with client requirements.
• Perform conceptual estimates at times when detailed design information is not yet available.
• Solicit pricing from material vendors and subcontractors.
• Develop overall estimate plan on larger projects and coordinate the estimating team, as necessary to roll-up all information into the final estimate.
• Ensure that estimates are complete, well organized, and ready for review by management.
• Develop project schedules to ensure that projects can be completed to meet the owner's requirements, and that company resources are utilized efficiently.
• Ensure that estimates address all potential safety risks and concerns.
• Develop innovative means and methods for completion of projects to increase our competitiveness and project margins.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and client requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals, and include information to document the basis of the proposal.
• Ensure that proposals meet company and regional financial goals, and that contractual requirements of the project are acceptable.
• Maintain base bid documents and organize estimate information.
• Assist the project team by providing technical guidance on the project delivery in terms of means and methods for successful bids, and continue this support for the duration of the project on smaller jobs.
• Coordinate with the production team on successful bids to provide a thorough transition to the project team.
• Support business development with technical information and client meetings as requested.
• Assist in development of project budgets and monitoring contract changes on successful proposals.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Engineering degree or equivalent experience in technical field and/or related experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of electrical system estimating.
• Requires strong computer skills, familiarity with scheduling and estimating software (HCSS) and MS Office.
• Strong conceptual estimating skills.

Cianbro offers Profit Sharing with Company Ownership, 401k, Paid Vacation and Holidays, Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with Generous Company Contribution, Career Development, Company Provided Training, Tuition Reimbursement, Reimbursement for Required License Fees, Prescription Safety Glasses, Life and AD&D Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, Cash Incentive Plan and Team Member Referral Bonus Plan.

Cianbro is an employee owned, tobacco-free, equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should apply online at www.cianbro.com.

Heavy Highway Construction Career Opportunities

Duit Construction Company, a leader in the concrete paving and heavy highway industry, has immediate openings in Oklahoma for the following:

Estimator (Heavy Highway) Looking for an individual with ability to understand federal and state highway paving contracts. Position requires 5+ years' experience in estimating/bidding, along with strong MS Excel skills. Heavy Bid, Heavy Job, Terra Model, and Viewpoint skills preferred. Commercial building estimators need not apply-only heavy highway civil estimators.

Highway Construction Project Managers Looking for individuals who can analyze construction drawings, specifications, proposals, estimates, etc., and coordinate project activities. Duties include scheduling, purchase orders, budgets, change orders, receivables' collections, project closeout, and revenue/cost projections. Requires 5+ years' prior project management experience in highway construction industry. Preference given to candidates with degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.

Project Cost Engineer/Analyst Requires 5+ years' experience with project cost analysis in the highway industry. Duties include assisting in estimating, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, invoicing, productivity analysis, and working with field personnel. Prefer experience with HCSS and Viewpoint.

Interested applicants may call us for more information, or fax, mail, or email us a resume with your salary history/requirements:

6250 Industrial Blvd.
Edmond, OK 73034
Ph# (405) 844-4688 or (405) 203-4874
Fax# (405) 844-4660 or
hr@duitconstruction.com
Company Website--www.duitconstruction.com
EEO/AAP/Drug Free Employer

Post Office Box 3685 Temple, Texas 76505 700 North General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504 (254) 778-5244 Office (254) 778-4429 Facsimile

Shallow Ford Construction Chief/Senior Estimator Employment Opportunity

Shallow Ford Construction Co., Inc. a growing Civil/Site construction company serving the Central Texas area for over forty-five (45) years has an employment opportunity for a Construction Site/Civil Chief/Senior Estimator. Shallow Ford Construction specializes in commercial site preparation to include clearing, demolition, site prep, excavation, storm drainage, utilities, concrete work, base, paving, and topsoil. In addition the company produces aggregates and operates approximately twenty aggregate trucks daily.

High School Diploma required. A four year Construction Management or Engineering Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Extensive estimating experience (10 to 15 years) in civil/site estimating is required to include Utilities. Proficiency with HCSS Heavy Bid and a working knowledge of Agtek take-off software and ability to interpret reports is required. Ability to understand and interpret Geotechnical reports. Familiarity with OSHA and Safety Standards for the commercial construction industry is required. Must be able to read and understand blue prints. Any engineering/layout experience is beneficial. Must be proficient with MS Office products. COE project experience is beneficial.

Individual must be a highly motivated, self-starter that is looking for a challenge that is capable of leading the company's Estimating Department and assume responsibility for the company's estimating efforts. Excellent analytic, social and communication skills are required. Must be able to work effectively as a member of a team and autonomously. Travel is not required

A strong knowledge of construction concepts, scheduling, project planning, and customer relations is required. Must be able to communicate effectively with customers, subcontractors, vendors, and colleagues.

Compensation

Contact

MORETRENCH is a Florida licensed general, underground utility and excavation, and plumbing contractor serving the industrial, process, manufacturing, and power industries in Central Florida with the finest in civil and environmental contracting services since 1945. Our self-performed construction services include earthwork and excavation, industrial piping, code welding and metal fabrication, cast in place and poured concrete structures, industrial maintenance and repair, hydraulic barriers, process water and stormwater containment and management systems, construction dewatering, and soil grouting and stabilization.

We currently have a permanent opening for a Senior Level Industrial Mechanical Estimator in our Tampa (Riverview), Florida office. The position includes excellent salary, bonus, company vehicle, 401K, company stock participation, health insurance; and an excellent opportunity for growth and advancement.

Responsibilities include handling of mechanical industrial project bids from start to finish, performing construction plan take offs, attending prebid meetings, securing and comparing competitive prices from vendors and subcontractors, visiting jobsites to determine field conditions relating to project bids, recognizing value engineering opportunities, submitting completed bid packages to clients, working closely with estimating staff members, and other related estimating department activities.

Qualified candidates shall have significant hands on experience with mechanical industrial construction and estimating activities. Strong math and computer skills are a must, as is proficiency with construction estimating software and computer spreadsheets. The candidate shall also have excellent inter-personal and communication skills.

MORETRENCH is an employee-owned company offering a challenging and fast-paced professional work environment. We are a Drug Free, Equal Opportunity Employer.

For more information, contact:

Lindley Gibbs,
Director, Business of Development - Company Recruiter
MORETRENCH
Cell: (813) 299-1904
lgibbs@mtacfl.com

For additional information visit our website site at www.moretrench.com.

NY - New York City - Construction Estimator and Project Administrator

About Us:

Coppola Paving & Landscaping Corporation (CPLC) has been a major competitor in Site-work and now Heavy/Highway Construction Industry throughout the New York City Metro area working for agencies such as NYS DOT, NYC EDC, DDC, NYC Parks, MTA, and TBTA for nearly 50 years. CPLC is an established and growing company that recognizes the importance of its members and the level of dedication and commitment required from both employer and employee to succeed.

Job Requirements and Description:

As part of our growth we are seeking an aggressive person as a Bid Estimator with a minimum of 3 to 5 years experience in the New York City area. Performing comprehensive takeoffs, formulating labor, equipment, material and or subcontractor pricing are essential. Once projects are awarded then it requires putting together a schedule, buying out the job, making purchase orders, and coordinating deliveries with the Superintendent. Knowledge of HCSS HeavyBid, Construction Link Estimating Software, Earthworks, Primavera P3 and working with Digitizers are all a Plus. Must have excellent organizational skills.

Coppola Paving and Landscaping Corporation offers competitive Salary and benefits and all of its employees the opportunity for growth and development by working with a staff of dedicated professionals and a company committed to Long Term Growth.

Coppola Paving and Landscaping Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you are interested in a career at Coppola Corporation, please fax or email us your resume or apply in person.

Coppola Paving & Landscaping Corporation

Are you seeking a career growth opportunity as a Chief Estimator within a well-respected company that is a leader in the heavy civil construction industry? Do you have a minimum of twelve years of experience in the construction area for a large corporation working in the areas of: site development, heavy highway, bridges, and roadway? Would you like to work in an exciting, dynamic environment in a very well established, rapidly growing company who has been consistently ranked as one of ENR's Top 50 Heavy Domestic Contractors? If this opportunity appeals to you, please read on.

American Infrastructure is a heavy civil construction company and materials supplier strategically positioned in the Mid-Atlantic region adjoining the metropolitan areas of Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, D.C. and Richmond VA. We take pride in our workforce and invest in our employees. Whether at the controls of a giant track-hoe or in front of a computer keyboard, deep in a trench box or pouring a new bridge deck above a busy highway, the person performing that task is the best there is at what they do.

We know they are because we are committed to their personal and professional development. Innovative continuing education, superior technical training and an award-winning safety program lead the list of initiatives that let everyone at American Infrastructure know they - and the person working next to them - are the best that they can be.

Due to growth and expansion American Infrastructure-Virginia, a leading Mid-Atlantic heavy civil construction company, has an opportunity for an experienced Chief Estimator to join their winning team. Responsibilities include:

• Participates in sales meetings with Executive VP of Construction, VP/GM, Construction Manager and Business Development Manager to determine types of projects to bid and establish bidding strategies.
• Conducts estimating staff meetings to review upcoming bids and work schedule.
• Maintains budgeted backlog and continuity of work.
• Works with VP/GM, Construction Managers, Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents and Field Managers as well as any outside agencies necessary in the preparation of estimates.
• May compile owner/customer bid documents, i.e. bid bonds, insurances, signatures, etc.
• Plans, supervises and coordinates the solicitation and procurement of future work with the help of the estimating staff and senior management.
• Monitors status/work progress of estimate development prior to bid review.
• Conducts bid reviews.
• Reviews final estimate proposals and bid documents prior to submission to insure accuracy and completeness.
• Participates in presentations to corporate management and clients. May be responsible for closing sales.
• Oversees follow-up after submission of estimates to the clients either directly or through staff.
• Participates in negotiating final pricing, contracts, change orders, etc., as required.
• Attends pre-construction planning and post-construction analysis meetings with Lead Estimator.
• Reviews historical data from purchase orders, bid tabulations, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports and job costs systems. Develops unit cost, man-hour and crew production figures to be used for future bids.
• Incorporates the AI Safety Program and associated costs into estimates. Identifies high-risk activities and coordinates with Safety Department to determine if additional costs are required.
• Demonstrates AI Leadership qualities. Is Proactive, Accountable, Discerning, Innovative, Collaborative, Integrity Based, Successful and Balanced. Is an Influencer, Continual Learner, Teacher/Coach and Agent of Change.
• Coordinates, supervises and reviews work of department personnel to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Assigns work to subordinates, directs and reviews their work; ensures accuracy and completeness of estimates prepared by subordinates.
• Responsible for assisting VP/GM and Construction Manager in proper execution of contracts and issuance of required post-bid documents.
• Reviews contract prior to award to ensure that terms, conditions, exclusions and qualifications are included in the owner's contract and in compliance with original AI proposal.
• Obtains bonds and insurance for the contract.
• Ensures submission of Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) documentation, as required.
• Reviews preliminary schedule and transfers estimate related information to Project Team after project award.
• Provides notification to business unit and AI advising project is certain to proceed to Trigger.
• Interacts with Purchasing and Project Teams in the preparation of purchase orders and subcontracts.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering, Business or Construction Management preferred (continuing education in construction highly desirable)
• Experience with the Virginia Department of Transportation (V.D.O.T.) is highly preferred
• Minimum of 12 years of construction experience with at least 8 years in estimating required
• Minimum of 4 years in a supervisory/management capacity preferred
• PE (Professional Engineer) certification desirable
• OSHA 10 hour required
• Valid driver's license required

We offer competitive compensation, challenging career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plan
• Prescription Drug Program
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• 401k Plan
• Annual Bonus Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays and Vacation

Interested applicants please submit your resume (including salary history) to careers@airecruiting.com or fax to 610-222-3367. E/O/E/M/F/V

Highway/Earthwork/Utility Estimator

Virginia Beach, Virginia

Qualifications / Requirements:

Seeking an individual with five to eight years of experience in estimating highway, earthwork, and utilities. The preferred candidate will have a four year Engineering or Construction Management degree or equivalent technical training or related experience. Experience in highway, Earthwork and utilities are required. Experience with computer and internet, HCSS HeavyBid, Agtek and MS Office and Excel is required.

Job Duties / Responsibilities:

Perform quantity take-offs, analyze plans, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare bid estimates for projects. Position will include all aspects of bidding from procuring new projects to bid, ordering proposals, project site investigation, material and subcontractor solicitation, estimating labor and equipment costs, creating bid proposals, and various other tasks such as plan copying, and compiling project data books.

Compensation:

Salary is negotiable depending on work experience. We offer medical and dental insurance, in addition to vacation, holiday pay, 401K plan as well as employee stock ownership plan.

Contact:

Interested parties can forward resume to stevewb@evwilliams.com, or fax to (757) 420-6518.

CIVIL ESTIMATOR

JOB PURPOSE: The primary role of the Civil Estimator is to provide civil estimating services. Prepare bid packages for civil construction projects and assist civil operations and administration as needed during construction.

TYPICAL DUTIES:(The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities)

1) Pre-bid Process:

• Review bid documents and attend pre-bid meeting
• Investigate project site before bid to identify potential problems, access issues, haul routes, waste areas, borrow areas, staging areas, dump sites, etc.
• Determine project scope of work and scope of work to be self-performed and subcontracted
• Provide bid documents to potential subcontractors and suppliers via online plan rooms
• Issue Invitations to Bid to potential subcontractors and suppliers via online plan rooms

2) Bid Process:

• Serve as company liaison to subcontractors and vendors during the bidding process
• Perform complete and accurate quantity takeoffs for individual items of work
• Use civil takeoff software to perform quantity takeoffs
• Determine activity production rates based on scope of work, difficulty of work, historical production data, etc.
• Determine appropriate work crew for each work activity
• Utilize civil estimating software to prepare complete cost estimates
• Review scope, cost and terms of subcontractor and vendor quotes to select best value quotes
• Maintain an accurate estimate file including correspondence, takeoff, addenda, photos, quotations, estimating software output, and bid submittal documents
• Assure that risk has been considered within the bid
• Conduct and facilitate Final Estimate Review with Management

3) Bid Delivery:

• Develop Bid Delivery strategy
• Ensure bid submittal documents are completed fully and correctly
• Ensure the bid is delivered on time

4) Post-Bid Process:

• Update and maintain the civil estimate log in Excel in a timely manner
• Assist in preparing the quarterly Civil Estimating Report to Management
• Complete estimate buyout, issue letters of intent and prepare the estimate information notebook
• Review contracts for content and scope of work
• Prepare and kick-off estimate hand-off meeting with project personnel
• Coordinate and work closely with Project Managers during the project
• Investigate value engineering options as required

5) Personnel Management and Development:

• Provide assistance, mentoring and training for Estimating Technicians
• Be a training resource for staff in the use of AUI’s systems, such as HH2, Heavy bid, Carlson, Quest, iSQFT (as applicable) and any other AUI systems or software that will enhance productivity and efficiency in the field
• Encourage employees to think & act independently
• Establish and communicate performance standards
• Fosters team camaraderie my mentoring, managing, and motivating project team
• Delegate efficiently and appropriately to enhance employee development

6) Prospect Qualification:

• Assist with identifying potential projects within the marketplace which align with the company’s goals, expertise and operational needs
• Assist with evaluating potential projects using the Project Evaluation Scoring Matrix

7) Relationships:

• Maintain positive, productive relationships with ALL stakeholders, including AUI employees, Subcontractors, Vendors, Owners, Architects, Engineers and regulatory entities
• Assure that good working relationships are developed with subcontractors and suppliers
• Maintain a high level of integrity during the subcontractor/vendor selection process
• Make value based subcontractor/vendor selections that maximize value to AUI and our customers
• Represent AUI with the highest standard of professionalism at all times – Leads by example

8) Miscellaneous Duties:

• Receive Supervisory guidance with respect to overall objectives; operate within department policy guidelines using independent judgment in achieving assigned objectives and performs additional assignments per supervisor’s direction
• Perform business development, networking and marketing activities related to securing clients and winning programs/projects
• Adhere to company procedures and policies at all times
• Use sound professional judgment in achieving assigned objectives
• Participates in presentations to clients as required
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve project and company goals
• Communicate and reinforce the Company vision, values and goals
• Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources
• Assign tasks to Civil Estimating Technicians and assure the work is performed accurately and in a timely manner
• Participate in weekly estimator’s meeting and report the status of current projects to management
• Assure that estimates are accurate, complete, competitive, and delivered on time
• Maintain and communicate company policies, procedures, and processes
• Evaluates and recommends new technology, techniques, and cost saving measures
• Ensure that the Civil Estimating Department operates in a professional manner and conveys a positive company image to clients, potential clients, subcontractors, suppliers, competitors and the public
• Ensure company assets are secure, and maintain a safe and respectful working environment at all times by implementing safety, EEO, risk management, training, and quality control programs

EEO/AA

AUI Contractors, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to consider applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Requirements

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Degree in construction science or construction management is desired.
• Experience with computers, preferably with MS Office and MS Project. Experience with Construction Estimating and Job Tracking Software is a plus.
• 3 years demonstrated estimating experience in civil and heavy structural concrete construction. Wind Energy experience is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

To Apply

Please visit our web site(www.auicontractors.com) under Careers: AUI Contractors - Job Openings/Apply For A Job

Highway/Earthwork/Utility Junior Estimator

Virginia Beach, Virginia

Qualifications / Requirements:

Seeking an individual with two to five years of experience in quantity take-offs for heavy highway, earthwork and utilities. The preferred candidate will have a four year Engineering or Construction Management degree or equivalent technical training or related experience. Experience in highway, earthwork, and utility work is required. Experience with computer and internet, Agtek and MS Office and Excel is required.

Job Duties / Responsibilities:

Perform quantity take-offs, analyze plans, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare quantity take-offs for projects. Position will include project site investigation, material and various other tasks such as plan copying, and compiling project data books.

Compensation:

Salary is negotiable depending on work experience. We offer medical and dental insurance, in addition to vacation, holiday pay, 401K plan as well as employee stock ownership plan.

Contact:

Interested parties can forward resume to stevewb@evwilliams.com, or fax to (757) 420-6518.