PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities 1.

Bid & Pre-Qualification Management End-to-End Bid Management:

Lead the preparation, structuring, and submission of comprehensive cost estimates for public and private civil projects.

Pre-Qualification Processes:

Manage and write the documentation required to qualify our firm for specialized municipal, state, or private commercial rosters.

Pre-Bid Meetings:

Attend mandatory pre-bid meetings and site visits to assess field conditions, evaluate constraints, and identify project risks. 2.

Civil Estimating & Takeoffs Quantity Takeoffs:

Utilize CAD software to perform precise earthwork and utility takeoffs.

Civil Scope Expertise:

Build highly accurate models and cost structures specifically for mass excavation, grading, clearing, and laying pipe (storm, sanitary, and water mains).

GPS Modeling:

Prepare and review digital terrain models (DTMs) to be uploaded directly into Bulldozer GPS machine control systems for precision field grading. 3.

Field Integration & Site Management Site Management Collaboration:

Work closely with Project Managers and Site Superintendents to ensure estimated production rates match real-world field capabilities. Assist with Project Manager as necessary.

Equipment Optimization:

Apply a deep understanding of heavy equipment production (excavators, dozers, scrapers) to accurately estimate machine hours and costs.

Qualifications & Skills Experience:

5 to 10 years of dedicated civil estimating experience, with verifiable success in heavy civil, earthwork, or underground utility bidding.

Field Fluency:

Direct, practical knowledge of site management, pipe installation (storm, sanitary, and water mains), and structural excavation techniques.

Software Proficiency:

Advanced proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D). Experience with earthwork takeoff software (e.g., AGTEK, InSite, or Bluebeam). Familiarity with 3D machine control setup (Trimble/Topcon GPS for bulldozers and excavators). Standard estimating platforms (e.g., HCSS HeavyBid, B2W, or Sage).

Microsoft Excel Relationships & Negotiation:

Proven track record of vetting and negotiating with subcontractors and material vendors to secure competitive edge pricing.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent hands-on field supervision/estimating experience.

Pay:

$95,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person