Job Purpose: The Construction Estimator will utilize his/her expertise to help secure work with current and new clients. S/He will deliver contract proposal estimates, post-award purchase orders and subcontracts on a wide variety of underground utility construction projects, which include underground electrical, telecommunications, and sewer/water.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Prepare and assemble bid proposals, including completing detailed estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work and soliciting pricing from qualified vendors and subcontractors
• Review proposal specifications and drawings
• Attend pre-bid meetings to determine the scope of work
• Research, negotiate and prepare purchase orders and subcontracts for awarded projects
• Participate in pre-job meetings with project management personnel
• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements: 

• 3+ years of relevant construction estimating experience in various telecom, electric, pipeline, and water and sewer markets
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in construction management, engineering, or a related field
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to develop and maintain good working relationships with subcontractors, vendors, suppliers and other business partners
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy of information
• The drive to deliver high-quality work under very strict deadlines
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• General working proficiency of estimating and takeoff software
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments and priorities in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines with efficiency and accuracy