Construction Estimator

Job 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 workCompany Description

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.