Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking an Estimator for our Southeast Water Division, in Atlanta, GA. The Estimator will support and work with management, operations and estimating staff in the review of project plans, requirements and specifications. Qualified individuals will have estimating experience with water / wastewater treatment facilities and/or heavy civil construction, as well as large Commercial, Residential, Healthcare, Transportation projects. Must be confident working with estimating teams on projects of varying sizes, and be capable of estimating hard bid, negotiated and conceptual projects.

Individual must be self‑motivated, possess strong communication/interpersonal skills and be confident in his/her ability to develop and manage their assigned portion of the estimate.

• Review project plans, requirements and specifications.
• Have demonstrated leadership abilities to coordinate a team of estimators to develop a large multidisciplinary estimate.
• Determine labor and equipment costs.
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing.
• Review and understand all bid documents and assess project risks.
• Understand project logistics and project schedule.
• Prepare bid packages.
• Compare and analyze competitive subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Review quotes and estimates with the Project Management Team.
• Prepare estimates at different levels of completion (conceptual, schematic, DD, CD, etc.).
• Assist with certain post‑bid buyouts.
• Comprehend contract requirements for diversity compliance.

• 5 years of experience or College Degree with 3 years of experience.
• Experience estimating projects over $30M.
• Understanding of all applicable estimating software.
• Extensive knowledge of construction costs and engineering principles.
• Well organized, flexible, detail oriented and able to multi‑task.
• Prioritize workload and consistently meet deadlines while constantly changing tasks and demands.
• Effective presentation skills.
• Excellent written and oral communicator.

The Walsh Group, Ltd. is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312‑563‑5905 or  An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran.