Estimator - Heavy Civil Infrastructure

At Sinacola, we are not just another company. We are a 100% employee-owned organization, fostering a strong team atmosphere where everyone shares in the success through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. If you are seeking a career that combines personal growth, a supportive environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our dynamic team.

Estimator - Heavy Civil Infrastructure

The Estimator position is responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates for heavy civil infrastructure projects by analyzing drawings, specifications, and technical documents; developing quantity takeoffs; and evaluating labor, equipment, material, and subcontractor pricing for heavy civil construction projects.

• Interpretation and analysis of blueprints, drawings, and design documents to prepare quantity estimates.
• Review and interpretation of construction plans, specifications, and contract documents to determine project scope.
• Preparation of quantity takeoffs, including earthwork (cut/fill), paving, concrete, and underground utilities.
• Development of cost estimates for materials, labor, and equipment used in civil construction projects.
• Solicitation and evaluation of pricing from material suppliers and subcontractors for estimating purposes.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and project meetings as required.

• Preparation of quantity takeoffs using AGTEK takeoff software for earthwork (cut/fill), paving, concrete, and underground utilities.
• Preparation of utility estimates from quantity takeoff through development of final cost estimates.
• Review and analysis of geotechnical reports to assess subsurface conditions impacting earthwork quantities and estimating assumptions.
• Working knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid estimating software, which is the primary estimating platform utilized by the company to develop detailed cost estimates for grading, paving, and underground utilities.
• Ability to transfer or apply quantity takeoff outputs into HCSS Heavy Bid estimating software to finalize estimates, including labor, equipment, and material cost build-up.
• Strong understanding of construction equipment typically used in heavy civil construction for the purpose of developing accurate estimating assumptions.
• Estimating experience related to public-sector infrastructure projects, including roadway and civil work.
• Review of TxDOT specifications and city construction standards to identify scope requirements and cost drivers.
• Strong understanding of construction materials and construction methods for estimating purposes, and industry estimating practices.
• Understanding of subcontractor scopes of work and evaluation of subcontractor bids against project requirements.
• Analysis of historical cost data, unit pricing, and estimating assumptions to support accurate estimates.
• Identification and assessment of estimating risks and cost variables.
• Experience reviewing DBE/MBE/SBE/MWBE participation requirements and bid documentation requirements for public-sector (city/municipal) construction bids.
• HCSS Heavy Bid
• On-Screen Takeoff
• AGTEK
• Bluebeam Revu
• Microsoft Excel
• Working understanding of Autodesk AutoCAD drawings for quantity review and estimating purposes
• Adobe Acrobat

• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage:
  We provide medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plans to ensure your well-being.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP):
  As an employee-owned company, you can directly benefit from the company's success.
• Competitive Pay:
  We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.
• Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays.

Join our team at Sinacola and become part of a company that is leaving its mark on the world. If you are ready to bring your best self, grow your skills, and make a meaningful contribution, we would love to hear from you.

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