Asphalt Estimator

General Description

The Estimator is responsible for the preparation and review of assigned roadway construction and/or asphalt paving estimate packages, implementing department standards and procedures while ensuring the accuracy and completeness of estimate packages. The company primarily performs construction activities involving asphalt paving/resurfacing, bridge construction, earthwork/grading, roadway construction/rehabs, and highway work.

• Read/review plans, proposals, specifications, RFPs, and any other pertinent project related documents necessary to develop a competent and competitive estimate/bid package.
• Solicit estimates from various subcontractors and vendors to prepare estimate packages.
• Prepare reports and analysis pertinent to estimating as requested by management.
• Review established labor, equipment, and material costs for preparation of estimate/bid packages.
• Prepare accurate estimates from conceptual and schematic drawings.
• Produce detailed, final contract estimates, for primarily Asphalt Paving and Roadway/Site Development Projects.
• Assess project exposures/construction risks and appropriately analyze cost and reflect these in an estimate.
• Identify potential construction issues through the estimating process.
• Identify value‑engineering alternatives.

The role requires the ability to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Working experience on HCSS software or other equivalent estimating software.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of asphalt laydown and/or roadway construction operations.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and written specifications.
• Attention to detail, including interpretation and preparation of spreadsheets and other data.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an estimator bidding asphalt paving and/or roadway construction projects.
• A degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience working for a General Contractor as an estimator bidding on Department of Transportation or other roadway projects between $1M and $25M.

• Frequent ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to drive a company vehicle for various recruiting events.
• Frequent ability to talk and hear, both in person and by telephone.
• Frequent ability to operate standard office equipment, using hand and arm dexterity.
• Frequent ability to navigate through office environment, including periodic use of stairs and/or elevator, as needed.
• Infrequent ability to lift general office documents and materials, up to 10 pounds.
• Frequent vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy
• Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Maternity Leave
• Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Term Life
• Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match
• Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities
• Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness Incentives

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We promote a Drug‑Free Workplace. VINCI CONSTRUCTION USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Accessibility:
If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources.