Senior Estimator
Senior Construction Estimator (heavy civil)
Raleigh, NC
Tech USA is recruiting for an experienced Estimator, with a background inheavy civil/transportation. This is an in-office/onsite role, based in Raleigh, NC.
The Estimator will support and work with management, operations and estimating staff in the review of project plans, requirements and specifications. The Estimator needs extensive knowledge of construction means and methods, costs and engineering principles.Qualified individuals will have estimating experience with large Sitework, Heavy Civil, and/or Transportation projects. Must be confident working with estimating teams on projects of varying sizes, and be capable of estimating hard bid, negotiated and conceptual projects.
Individual must be self-motivated, possess strong communication/interpersonal skills and be confident in his/her ability to develop and manage their assigned portion of the estimate.
ResponsibilitiesThis is a staff position reporting to the Chief EstimatorEstimating functions and associated workflows in a team environmentReviewing, analyzing and interpreting Contract Documents (specifications, drawings, and reference information) to develop detailed, comprehensive cost estimates for large, complex projectsEnsuring estimates and proposals are performed in accordance with company practices and standardsEstablish and maintain budget control during Estimating & Preconstruction phases of the projectCoordinate internal and external input required for estimates and proposalsParticipating in estimate reviews and presentations to senior managementAssist with training of estimating staffDevelop and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers throughout the pre-bid process, including solicitation of bids and constructability inputManage comparisons between self-perform estimates and subcontractor quotesPrequalification and Proposal assistance functionsPreparing value engineering solutions; including cost, schedule, and Owner benefitsPreparing responses to Request for Qualifications (RFQ's) and Request for Proposals (RFP's)Participating in client interview presentations for negotiated bids