Lead Estimator
Dragados USA

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review project plans, requirements, and specifications.
• Prepare and/or review accurate quantity takeoffs, breakdowns and materials pricing.
• Determine labor and equipment costs.
• Discuss and propose the most proper means and method.
• Review and understand all bid documents and assess project risks.
• Understand project logistics and project schedule.
• Prepare bid packages. Compare and analyze competitive subcontractor and supplier bids.

Review quotes and estimates with the Project Management Team. • Prepare estimates at different levels of completion (conceptual, Schematic, DD, CD, etc.)

• Perform certain post-bid buyouts.
• Perform pre-construction duties and meetings with Clients, Owners, Engineers, Subs and Suppliers, and JV Partners.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering or Architecture
• A minimum of 8 years of experience as an Estimator, Sr. Project Manager or similar.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience as estimator for major civil projects.
• A minimum of 15 years of construction experience would be a plus.
• Public works sector experience required (Private is a plus).
• Familiarity of all aspects of infrastructure projects
• Recent experience with a large civil/highway contractor
• Strong experience with large civil estimating required
• Recent experience with JV bid settings is a plus.
• Advanced computer skills with estimating software (knowledge of HCSS Heavybid is a plus)
• Effective presentation skills
• Advanced computers skills with MS Office, Primavera P6
• Knowledge AutoCAD and/or MicroStation is a plus
• Extensive knowledge of construction costs and engineering principles
• Well organized, flexible, detail oriented and multi-tasked.
• Prioritize work load and consistently meet deadlines while constantly changing tasks and demands

• Ability to work with other engineers and estimators and be part of a team

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