Lead Estimator

Company: J. F. White Contracting Co.
Location: Framingham
Posted on: May 22, 2023

Job Description:

Lead Estimator is responsible for the complete preparation of the bid. - Position reports to the Chief Estimator. - Candidate must be experienced in Earthwork, Support of excavation, Utility, and Cast-in-place concrete construction in preferably in urban locations. - Combination of Field and Estimating experience highly desirable. Key Responsibilities:

• Complete estimate preparation for both small and large heavy civil projects working both independently and/or leading an estimate team.
• Estimate preparation for various aspects of heavy civil construction projects related to Bridge, Roadwork and Railroad/Transit construction.
• Manage estimating staff in preparation of large and Joint Venture estimates.
• Identify and oversee quantity takeoff requirements.
• Identify the applicable means and methods, risks and factors affecting production.
• Estimate preparation for self-performed work items.
• Manage solicitation of subcontractors and vendors/fabricators and ensure sufficient coverage, and evaluate their proposals
• Identify potential Value Engineering/Alternate approaches.
• Create and maintain estimate prep schedule and pre-bid schedule.
• Maintain bid documents.
• Establish proposed DBE plans.
• Perform certain post-bid buyouts.
• Maintain communication with estimating staff and Chief Estimator.
• Presentation of project, proposed means and methods, schedule and sequencing, and risks to executive management.
• Partner with management team in developing new customers and growing our existing customer base.
• Assist in the development and mentorship of junior to mid-level team members.
• Develop and nurture subcontractor/vendor and client relationships. Required Skills:
  • Extraordinary attention to details; ability to process work accurately.
  • Ability to come up with creative and innovative approaches and solutions on a project-by-project basis.
    • Success oriented driven with strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
    • Ability to effectively work with and manage personnel.
    • Advanced skill level in Excel and intermediate knowledge of Windows, Word, PowerPoint.
    • Proficient level in Heavy Bid preferred Education and Experience:
      • Bachelors' Degree in Civil Engineering or related field preferred.
      • 15 years of Heavy Civil/Highway and Bridge construction.
      • 10 years of estimating/project management experience with previous experience as a lead estimator on projects of + $50M.
      • Preferred candidate has prior experience with design build and joint venture heavy civil estimate preparation.

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