Ames Construction

Senior Estimator - Construction

Charlotte, NC · Senior · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 24 days ago

ProcurementLeadershipCommunicationMicrosoft OfficeConstruction ManagementPrimavera P6

About the role

Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected.
Risk & Compliance - Provide risk management and mitigation strategies during estimating. - Ensure quality checks on takeoffs, the estimate and estimating procedures.
Exposed to the elements and project site conditions.

Fully understand each assigned bid, including plans, specifications, and all contract documents.
Understand and manage closing of the estimate including sales/use tax, subcontractor and material quote analysis and selection; risk allocation; and final project pricing as determined by Senior Management.
Develop or delegate bid schedules, considering constraints, phasing and milestones.
Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and perform jobsite and local area assessments (travel as needed).
Lead the assigned estimate staff including the estimate review meetings.
Maintain effective communication with co-workers, clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
Analyze and include selected trade partner clarifications and exceptions in proposals.
Develop project execution strategies to win the work with the assistance of the estimating team.
Develop technical and commercial clarifications for bids.
Collaborate across offices for OneAmes initiatives.

Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, or construction management, or equivalent experience.
Ability to work in a team environment and be self-motivated.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with all levels internally and externally.
Proficient with HCSS Heavy Bid and MS Office Software, experience in AGTEK or similar earthwork programs.
Experience in Primavera P6 Scheduling.
Ability to review and address technical issues with solutions in a timely manner.
some standing, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching required
ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally.
Construction site environment - physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb.
Complete bid bond request and insurance review form and required documentation.
Demonstrated ability to lead the estimate and to bid $200 Million plus size heavy civil complex projects.
Proficiency in estimating earthwork (mass grading for site work, highway cut/fill/import/export), underground utilities (storm, drain, water, sewer, and related structures) and bridge and/or structural concrete construction.
Broad based knowledge and understanding of other heavy civil trade scopes and pricing including specialty subcontractors.
Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
Working Conditions
Location - This position will work out of our Charlotte, NC area office.
Travel - This role will be expected to travel to project locations as needed.

Ten plus years of heavy civil construction, seven of these years as an Estimator with progressive responsibility to Senior Estimator qualifications.

Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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