Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

The Estimator actively contributes to the preparation of estimates across a diverse portfolio of projects and contract types, including Design-Bid-Build (DBB), Design-Build (D-B), and Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC) delivery methods. The incumbent works with the project team to identify and distribute estimating/proposal duties, communicating effectively on scope and schedule with potential subcontractors, performing pricing and takeoff for permanent materials, and helping to quantify production rates on scopes of work.

Review drawings, specifications, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required basis for an estimate.

Perform a take-off from bid documents to identify man hours and the required costs including materials, labor, and special equipment requirements.

Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.

Visit the proposed project site to examine site conditions and existing facilities for the new scope of work.

Request and review subcontractor and supplier bids for complete scope coverage and accuracy.

Participate in the development of bid strategies required for the company to be successful as well as plan and coordinate and supervise projects.

Assist teams to determine what types of projects to bid on, strategies, techniques, etc.

Assist in the review of final estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness, prior to formal quotation.

Assist with negotiations and/or contract terms and conditions, as needed.

Participate in presentations to management and clients.

Participate in post-bid reviews to improve unit cost, estimating methods, and databases.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees or customers.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Ability and willingness to abide by the company’s code of conduct, policies and procedures.

Comply, understand, and support the company’s safety culture to ensure a safe work environment.

Strong knowledge, understanding and sensitivity to the Inupiat culture.

Knowledge of computerized accounting systems.

Detail oriented and organized.

Ability to prioritize and multitask to meet deadlines.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Customer Focus – Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.

Decision Quality – Makes good decisions based on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgement.

Drive for Results – Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully.

Conflict Management – Steps up to conflicts, seeing them as opportunities; can find common ground and get cooperation with minimal noise.

Required

Five (5) years’ overall construction experience (may include trade, or project management) including organizational skills, supervisory responsibilities, decision making, as well as problem solving skills.

Two (2) or more years of experience in similar facility construction estimating or proposal development.

Experience in construction and estimating vertical construction, concrete, and related functions.

Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Experience with estimating software tools.

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or another related field.

Knowledge and understanding of vertical construction to include foundation concrete, structural steel, roofing, and wall systems.

Advanced management or technical training preferred.

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to safely perform the essential functions of this position.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with…