Estimator – Heavy Construction Position Available In Orleans, Louisiana

Estimator•Heavy Construction Boh Bros. LLC•4.4

New Orleans, LA Job Details Estimated:

$70.7K•$96.6K a year 23 hours ago Qualifications Bluebeam Microsoft Excel Primavera Mid-level Microsoft Office Financial analysis HeavyBid Bachelor’s degree Computer skills Primavera P6

Budgeting Construction Management Full Job Description Job Title:

Estimator Department:

10•Heavy Construction Reports to: Group Manager/ Sr. Estimator

JOB SUMMARY

The Estimator is responsible for estimating projects which include all conceptual, negotiated and competitive bid estimates, and working with Project Management, all support personnel, and client/vendor relations to achieve precise and accurate estimates. The Estimator reports to the Senior Estimator or Group Manager. PRIMARY DUTIES and

RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitors bid procurement websites and portals to assist in identifying bid opportunities Reads and understands construction drawings and specifications in order to provide accurate, comprehensive takeoffs (estimated quantities) and estimates Attends pre-bid meetings when necessary Coordinates pre-bid discussions and bid kickoff meetings with other operating groups on multi-departmental opportunities Performs site visits to projects sites to assess and confirm constructability approach Engages with and solicits feedback from Group Team members on constructability aspects of projects, as needed Develops comprehensive project estimate that includes, but are not limited to, the following: o Creates and populates estimate in HCSS HeavyBid software o Assembles Bid Schedule with sufficient level of detail and logic using Primavera P6 o Performs material take offs to verify estimated billing and cost tracking quantities using Excel, Bluebeam Revu, and CAD software o Utilizes historical cost and production data to improve estimate accuracy o Assembles bid packages and contacts vendors and subcontractors to solicit pricing quotes and proposals Coordinates post bid documents submission to owners in accordance with contract documents Collaborates with safety, quality, engineering, and legals team to review contract terms, conditions, and other requirements during procurement Assists project managers with formatting and importing project budgets into CMiC Collaborates with the project management team to ensure alignment between estimates and execution

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited University in Construction Management, Engineering, or related curriculum or equivalent work experience preferred. Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and estimating software programs, including HCSS HeavyBid, OnScreen Takeoff, Bluebeam Revu, etc., preferred. Detailed training on specific programs will be provided. Solid skills in the areas of math, budgeting, financial analysis, as well as excellent teamwork, communication (written and oral), and interpersonal skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands of this position must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee will be required to regularly sit for an extended period of time and frequently stand and walk. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel: and reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move office equipment up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include viewing computer monitors. Most work is performed in an office environment during normal business hours but occasional project site visits will be necessary.