Senior Estimator - Heavy Highway

Zachry Construction Corporation

Senior Estimator - Heavy Highway

Grand Prairie, TX 75050

Extraordinary commitment runs deep at Zachry. Here, dedicated men and women have the opportunity to work on challenging projects alongside those who value innovation and support team efforts in all our endeavors. We take care of our team members as family, within a culture of service where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do. Our core values are at the center of every decision we make:

Every Person Matters

Together We Can Do Great Things

This Is More Than a Job

Job Summary

Senior Estimators are responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of estimates for heavy highway, road, and bridge project bids and proposals and will also be involved in the day-to-day activities of construction.

Essential Functions

Assist the estimating team through the estimating process

Have the ability to develop a green sheet and delegate estimating assignments to the team

Review plans and specifications

Develop thorough, timely, and accurate estimates

Visit projects to understand site conditions/restrictions

Assure the team's take-offs are accurate

Review and incorporate historical data from subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc., into unit and man-hour figures

Coordinating with subcontractors about the prospective project

Work on a preliminary project schedule based on the information provided in the plans and specifications utilizing Primavera P6

Work with the team to close the estimate

This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this position. The job summary is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position.

Required Skills & Experience

5+ years of experience as an Estimator working in all aspects of large heavy/highway construction projects (Structures, Bridges, Underground, Earthwork, and Concrete Paving)

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a similar discipline is preferred

Previous field operations experience is a plus

Experience with collaborating with the owner, contractors, and other project team members to provide engineering and cost data regarding project feasibility

Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft programs such as Excel and Word

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Hard Dollar and Primavera P6 experience is strongly preferred

Additional working knowledge preferred but not required: Terra Model, Bluebeam, Auto Cad, Microstation, and HCSS (Heavy Bid)

Flexibility with relocation for assigned projects

Benefits and EOE

Zachry offers an industry-leading benefits package for our employees and their families.

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance

401k, Paid leave, and Bonus Program

Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance

Employee assistance program

For additional company information, please visit www.zachrycorp.com

Zachry Construction Corporation performs heavy civil work throughout the United States, and relocation is sometimes required for continuous employment opportunities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Applicants must be immediately authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We do not interview or hire students in F-1 or J-1 status, and will not sponsor them for work visas. We do not sponsor or transfer sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.