Construction Estimator
Glotel Inc
Lorton, VA
- $110,000 to $120,000 Yearly
- Vision , Medical , Dental , Retirement
- Full-Time
Job DescriptionCompany Description
We are seeking a heavy highway / civil construction estimator, to be based out of Lorton, to help grow our backlog of projects. This position will include a variety of project types including, civil, utility, bridge, and structures, ranging from $1 million to over $500 million.
- Experience in Bidding DOT Roadwork, Bridges, Civil trades etc.
Qualifications:
- 5+ Years of relevant experience
- Undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management or related degree preferred
- Field experience and knowledge of grading, underground utilities, maintenance of traffic, bridge and retaining wall construction is desired
- Must be familiar with bid-build and design-build projects in the heavy and highway transportation arena at local, state, and/or federal level
- Proficient in computer and corresponding programs – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Bluebeam, and Google
- Proficient in estimating software – HeavyBid, AGTEK, AutoCAD, and Micro-Station
- Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, and contract terms and conditions
- Strong organizational and time management skills with an ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
- Critical-thinker and problem-solver with strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Must pass pre-employment physical/drug screening
Responsibilities:
- Analyze plans, specifications, and contract terms and conditions to determine scope of work and risk portfolio
- Define scopes of work for various trades, create bid packages, and solicit bids
- Visit sites as necessary to assess field conditions and access restraints
- Execute plan take-offs and enter bid information and quantities into HeavyBid
- Develop self-perform production rates and crew analysis for entry into HeavyBid
- Prepare cost analysis of bid pricing from subcontractors and vendors
- Participate in bid review, pre-construction and post-construction meetings
- Participate in design-build team meetings and assist in development of design alternatives and win strategies
- Assist in developing a strategy to achieve minority participation goal requirements
- Document design inaccuracies and write RFI’s to designer as required
- Complete project budget and schedule with appropriate equipment, materials and manpower
- Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with subcontractors, vendors, and co-workers
- Provide estimating and change order support to projects on a continuous basis after successful procurement of work
Founded in 1989, Glotel opened its doors as a services and staffing provider. Today, Glotel has evolved into a niche brand operating at the intersection of IT, engineering and communications to optimize our clients needs and solutions.
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Founded in 1989, Glotel opened its doors as a services and staffing provider. Today, Glotel has evolved into a niche brand operating at the intersection of IT, engineering and communications to optimize our clients needs and solutions.
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Lorton, VA
USA
Industry
Construction
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Over a month ago
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