Estimator - Public Works Job at Teklysium Inc, Washington DC

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  • Teklysium Inc
  • Washington DC

Job Description



Client is searching for an experienced Heavy Civil Estimator to play a crucial role in the company’s future. This role is an exceptional opportunity for the right applicant who is looking for long-term career growth, exciting challenges and a place at the table with the senior leadership team.

Job Description



Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Estimators are responsible for the development and delivery of complete construction estimates for a variety of projects in public works and heavy civil construction. This role will provide expertise and leadership for all estimating efforts, ensuring that projects align with company objectives and goals for company performance. Specific position responsibilities:
Oversee estimating process including solicitation of bids from vendors and subcontractors; tracking, follow up and reporting on multiple estimates
Assist in preparing technical narratives for RFP and RFQ responses
Develop, adjust, and communicate estimating process improvements
Shows deep understanding of means and methods that may be employed to complete a feature of the work that may or may not be depicted in the project plans.
Able to reason upon and explain planned approach to things like shoring, access, staging, traffic control plans and the overall approach to the work.
Identify what kind of formwork may be employed or how cuts and fills may be staged during the construction phases.
Identify, gamble and win regarding owner quantity busts such as flagger hours or similar items which cannot simply be proven wrong by plan quantity takeoff but rather require deep insight into how the work will likely be performed coupled with spreadsheets or written notes to quantify the anticipated costs.
Understand and leverage the activity, material and bid item codebooks within heavy bid software.
Ensure the timely completion of estimates within tight deadlines and assigned budgets, including timely reviews with senior management.
Participate in professional organizations to ensure updated knowledge of trends and practices within the construction industry

Qualifications



Qualifications

:
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in heavy civil construction, at least 3 years of estimating experience
Knowledge of construction practices for earthwork and concrete construction projects
Expertise with unit price contracting
Preferably has experience with HCSS Heavy Bid, Blue Beam, Insite takeoff
Availability to travel regionally as needed for business purposes
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering preferred

Additional Information



All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Job Tags

Full time, For subcontractor,

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