Estimator - Heavy Civil Construction (self-perform)

A bit about us:
Based in Phoenix, AZ we are a Heavy Civil General Contractor specializing in wet utility and roadway construction! We've won the Build Arizona Award 11 times so far and our employee-owners are 100% to thank for that! We have extensive experience completing complex projects for both the public and private sectors. We operate two offices in the Grand Canyon State and are the premier GC for heavy civil construction! Our core values are centered around our people and our clients. We believe that putting your employees first is not only the right thing to do, but it also gives us the competitive edge to ensure our clients have an excellent experience! Over the years our reputation for providing our people with the very best has caught the eye of some reputable companies who have chosen to use us as their Prime Contractor!
If you are an experienced Estimator in the heavy civil arena please read on...
Why join us?
Do you want to build the most state of the art projects? We do too!

• Competitive Base Salary!
• Competitive Bonus Package!
• Extremely Competitive Benefits Package!
• Employee Ownership!
• Stock Options!
• Flexible Work Schedules!
• Company Truck/Truck Allowance!
• Accelerated Career Growth!

Job Details
Job Details
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Permanent Estimator for our Heavy Civil Construction division. This is an exceptional opportunity for a candidate with a strong background in self-perform construction, who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates for our heavy civil construction projects, including underground utilities, site work, drainage, and roadway construction. Your expertise in HCSS, Microsoft Project, value engineering, blueprint reading, project estimation, and negotiation will be key to your success in this role.
Responsibilities
As a Permanent Estimator, you will be responsible for:
1. Developing detailed cost estimates for heavy civil construction projects, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
2. Evaluating and analyzing bid documents, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates.
3. Conducting site visits and gathering all necessary data to accurately estimate costs.
4. Using Microsoft Project to manage and track project timelines and costs.
5. Applying value engineering principles to optimize project costs without compromising quality.
6. Reading and interpreting blueprints and technical documents to prepare accurate estimates.
7. Negotiating with suppliers, subcontractors, and clients to secure the best prices and contracts.
8. Collaborating with project managers, engineers, and clients to understand project scope and requirements.
9. Presenting estimates to senior management and clients, explaining the basis for the costs and the methods used to calculate them.
Qualifications
To be considered for this role, you must have:
1. A minimum of 5 years of experience in estimating for heavy civil construction projects, with a focus on self-perform work.
2. Proven expertise in estimating costs for underground utilities, site work, drainage, and roadway construction.
3. Strong knowledge of contract management principles and practices.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Project or similar project management software.
5. Solid understanding of value engineering principles and techniques.
6. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
7. Excellent negotiation skills, with a track record of securing favorable terms and prices.
8. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with a high level of accuracy in calculations and estimates.
9. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex information to a variety of audiences.
10. A degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field is preferred.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned estimator looking to take their career to the next level. If you have the skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you.
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