Heavy Highway Construction Estimator

Bridge Estimator Position Needed for General Contractor

Catts Construction, Inc is a general contractor engaged in Heavy Highway construction within Northeast, Ohio area. Catts is seeking an individual in the position as an estimator in the bridge division covering several locations within the state.

This position includes working in a team environment undertaking the following task:

Estimating the cost of projects for bidding purposes

Research materials, equipment, and labor cost

Assess the level of risk on a project

Analyze data such as production rates, equipment and material cost

Calculate the quantity of both bid items and materials items from the construction drawings

Visit and observe the job sights

Collaborate with engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and co-workers including filed personnel

Attend bid lettings

Attend pre-construction meetings and progress meetings

Preform calculations accurately

Prepare correspondence

Usage of HCSS Heavybid/ heavyjob for management

This position includes assisting with project managers and the field personnel with the following task:

Subcontract Agreements and Purchase Orders

RFI’s (Request for Information)

Correspondence

Progress meetings

Verify invoices

Contacting subcontractors and suppliers

Field measurements

Work with HCSS Heavy Bid & Heavy Job programs

This position requires excellence in the following skills
:

Written and Verbal

Ability to work under pressure

Willing to learn

• 5+ years of experience as an Estimator in heavy highway construction
• Knowledge in using HCSS Heavybid and Heavyjob software
• Ability to work with others on projects
• Experience with Dept of Transportation specifications

Catts Construction offers its employees a comprehensive benefit package that includes

• 401K matching and safe harbor
• health insurance
• voluntary dental & Vision
• accident insurance
• additional life insurance
• short- and long-term Disability

Catts Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in The Bureau of Workers Compensation, Drug Free Safety Program.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.