Chief Estimator

We are a growing, family-owned, heavy civil construction company serving public and private clients throughout Washington, Montana, Oregon, and Idaho. We have an immediate opening for an experienced heavy civil construction superintendent to support our operations.

*Will assist with relocation. Some travel required.

We Value Our Employees:
*Competitive Salary

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage is available on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
• 401K match on eligible wages and available for eligible employees on the first of the month following 60 days of employment. We offer

100% contribution matching up to 4% of the employee’s eligible wages.

• Annual discretionary bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Company Vehicle and gas card for business-related travel.

Job Details:

This is an exciting position for the right person who wants to join a growing, robust, and fun team dynamic. The Chief Estimator will lead the Estimating Department with accurate and timely execution of the entire estimating process, including direct/indirect estimating, best value proposals, and construction budgeting.

This person must be able to manage multiple estimates and pursuits concurrently with the ability to multitask. Analyze contract plans, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects or services.

This person will lead estimates, proposals, and budgets for heavy civil/structural projects and manage the efforts of an estimating/pursuit team which may be comprised of engineers, estimators, and/or other support staff. Projects may be solicited as bid-build, design-build, or alternative delivery (preconstruction services, CMAR, CM/GC, or similar). This position will be responsible for overseeing estimates, proposals, and budgets for all regions, including leading pursuits.


Responsibilities:

• Analyzing project plans, specifications, and other documents to determine the overall cost of construction projects.
• Strong understanding of Heavy Civil construction (dams, reservoirs, bridges, wastewater, etc.) work, including regional specific means/methods

for construction.

• Review and analyze project plans, specifications, and other documentation to understand project requirements.
• Conduct quantity take-offs and prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor services. OC QTO’s prepared by

subordinates.

• Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes to ensure competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and other team members to identify value engineering opportunities.
• Prepare and present comprehensive and accurate bid packages.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as necessary.
• Stay informed about market trends, pricing, and industry best practices.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of project schedules and deadlines.
• Lead preparation of estimates for multi-discipline projects including understanding scope and accurate quantities.
• Lead a team during the estimating process including executive review and estimating meetings.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management, and a minimum of 15 years of preconstruction/estimating and/or operations

experience in heavy-civil projects is required

• Minimum of 5 years in leadership roles within an Estimating Department as a dedicated Estimator, such as Chief or Senior Estimator.
• Other engineering degrees and construction market experience may be considered
• 5+ years’ experience soliciting all types of project delivery (bid-build, design-build, progressive design-build, or alternative delivery

(preconstruction services, CMAR, CM/GC, or similar).

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) is required
• Advanced Knowledge of SharePoint, Adobe or Bluebeam, Primavera P6 scheduling and MS Project
• Advanced knowledge of HCSS HeavyBid, including development and maintenance of Master Estimates, Activity & Resource Codebooks, and

Cost/Prod. History tools

• Knowledge of electronic solicitation software such as SmartBid
• Knowledge of electronic bidding software such as AASHTOWare for DOT bidding, or other electronic submission portals such as Quest CDN,

Zycus, Etc.

Join our team and contribute to the successful delivery of high-quality construction projects. We look forward to hearing from you!