The Project Estimator - Construction will be responsible for preparation of estimates for a broad range of site development and heavy civil construction projects throughout the Central Florida area including, but not limited to residential and/or multi-family site work packages; industrial/warehouse site work packages; commercial site work packages; and municipal, county, and FDOT roadway projects.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts detailed analysis of RFP’s, RFQ’s, construction documents, and specifications to validate overall project requirements
• Solicit bids for materials and subcontractors as necessary to prepare a complete estimate
• Ensures completion of quantity and material take-offs utilizing AGTEK software program and ability to identify any missing information
• Coordinate with CAD technicians and additional in-house support personnel for timely compilation of material take-offs, vendor quotes, subcontractor bids, etc.
• Perform site visits of projects to accurately assess existing conditions and identify any potential problems or challenges that may be present
• Attend pre-bid meetings as may be required
• Timely preparation of RFI’s for any questions or additional information that may be required to satisfactorily complete estimate within specified timeframe
• Correspondence with Owner, Engineer, municipality, applicable governing authority, etc. as necessary to provide a complete and accurate cost estimate
• Preparation of itemized cost estimates with detailed breakdowns utilizing HCSS Heavy Bid software
• Establishes a critical path schedule and preparation of any related or necessary exhibits for submission with estimates
• Coordinate with Project Management department as necessary to assist with change orders, plan revisions, and year-end warranty close-outs on previously awarded projects
• Manage bid document control to include e-mail correspondence, vendor quotes, subcontractor bids, take-offs, etc. for successful transfer to the Project Management department
• Attend project hand-off meetings with Project Management department for awarded projects to discuss scope, limitations, exclusions, site-specific circumstances, potential issues, etc
• Assist Senior Estimator and company management in pursuit of new stakeholders and bid opportunities

Desired Qualifications:

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills
• Ability to work within a team setting that includes mentoring and/or coaching direct and indirect reports
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with external stakeholders, vendors, and subcontractors
• Computer proficient (programs include Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, HCSS Heavy Bid, AGTEK, Bluebeam)
• Previous estimating experience with Site Development and Heavy Civil Construction preferred (Earthwork, Utility Installation, Roadway Infrastructure)
• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management a plus

Benefits:

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurances
• 401K w/ Match
• Long-Term Incentives