Mandeville, Louisiana, United States

Civil Construction Estimator- Onsite

 Job Description:

What were looking for:

Client is currently searching for a Civil Construction Estimator to join their professional Project Management Team during a time of rapid growth. The ideal candidate should have a solid background in project estimation, preferably in Heavy Highway construction.

Duties, Responsibilities, and Expectations

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical engineering or construction management required.
  • 10 years minimum of Heavy Highway Construction experience
  • 10 years of experience doing estimation work.
  • Execute take-offs of construction documents.
  • Reviews construction documents and understands the scope of work to bid using state and federal specifications.
  • Obtain quotes from subcontractors and vendors for materials and labor as needed. / Prepare estimates by recapitulating material, labor, equipment, subcontractor, and overhead costs incurred during the life cycle of a project.
  • Develops and maintains company resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, government requirements, etc.
  • Attend departmental meetings as required.
  • Help review bidding decisions for upcoming projects.
  • Communicate plans and contract terms to relevant parties.
  • Work with the project management team to manage financial aspects of projects

Skills:

  • HCSS
  • AutoCAD
  • P6 (Primavera)
  • Estimating and Scheduling Software
  • Good written, Verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work in a collaborative team
  • Working knowledge of multiphases of civil construction
  • Good relationships with suppliers and subcontractors in the area
  • Field experience
  • Strong contracts & plan reading skills.
  Required Skills:

Construction