Senior Estimator

Position Summary:

The Senior Estimator is responsible for the accurate takeoff and pricing of the work, including all direct and indirect costs for heavy/civil/roadway/marine projects. The Senior Estimator directs all estimators working on the bid, manages the preparation of a pre-bid schedule, and assists with contacting, comparing, and selecting the appropriate subcontractors and vendors, and works closely with the Chief Estimator through bid closeout.

Responsibilities:

• Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near-misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value - Safety first, in everything we do.

• Oversee and assist with takeoff and pricing of all direct and indirect cost items associated with the project(s) under his or her direction, through closeout and submission, with all done in full compliance with company processes and procedures.

• Ensure that all bid documents conform with any addenda or modifications.

• Oversee and direct the efforts of those working on the estimate(s).

• Manage preparation of the pre-bid schedule.

• Ensure that proper subcontractor and vendor coverage is obtained for the bid, especially DBE coverage.

• Suggest and arrange any pre-bid testing that will increase the accuracy of the bid.

• Ensure that the integrity of the bid files and process is always maintained.

• Ensure that labor rates, bond rates, insurance, and any other job-specific information in HCSS is properly set up and maintained.

• Work with the Chief Estimator and the estimating staff through bid submission.

• Assist with the budget preparation, DBE selection and documentation on successful projects.

• Chair Project Turnover Meetings for new projects.