Estimator Highway Civil Construction

Manpower in partnership with Transportation Technology Company in Arvada, CO is looking for an Estimator - Direct Hire Permanent Position
Senor Estimator - direct hire $100-$125k, Arvada, CO

The Estimator is an integral part of the construction process and ensures competitiveness, profitability, and growth. The Senior Estimator is responsible for cost estimates for various technology construction projects .

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May perform occasional supervisory functions as a backup

• Follow company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Estimating
• Develop and prepare complete cost estimates for Labor, Materials, OH per project
• Prepare bills of material and other information for use by Construction, Purchasing, and Accounting
• Weekly/ As needed pre-bid and pre-con meetings with Construction
• Site visits as needed for pre-bid meetings as needed
• Perform field take-offs/evaluations for project estimate preparation
• Review project documents for accuracy and consistency
• Assist construction personnel throughout the project life cycle in tracking and understanding cost estimates
• Preparation and submission of Change Orders
• Follow-up at the end of projects to evaluate bid accuracy
• Essential functions of the position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location.
• Develop RFQs from vendors
• Assist other members of the Estimating team with cost estimates and bid package preparation
• Assist in the review and evaluation of Estimating staff performance
• Participate in a team approach to most estimates and work with other estimators
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Thorough understanding of cost accounting concepts
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 applications
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledgeable of national, state, and local building codes and technology standards
• Able to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, technology, etc. plans and specifications to include blueprints, proposals, and other relevant documents
• Knowledge of products and methods of installation in traffic signal construction
• Experience developing estimates with HeavyBid specifically or other similar software such Accubid, Bluebeam, etc.
• Team player
• Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods of time while working independently either in the office or remotely

• 7-10 years of Construction Estimating experience with expertise in transportation and/or Electrical work
• Experience in MEP design-build and conceptual budget pricing required
• Field Project Management experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a similar field; a combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of a degree

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift to 20 pounds occasionally.