Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Review plans & proposal specifications, perform quantity takeoffs, prepare detailed cost estimates, review sub quotes & material prices, close out bids, and help prepare written proposals for public and private heavy/civil construction and asphalt paving projects
- Visit project sites to determine scope of work required in preparing bid/estimate proposals and attend pre-bid meetings
- Submit completed bid/estimate proposals to project owners, managers and/or general contractors in a timely and professional manner
- Provide any clarification on information submitted as needed
- Provide project administrative management of awarded contracts
- Coordinate with Construction Manager and field leadership, establishment of project objectives, procedures, schedules, and performance requirements
- May provide indirect or direct supervision of field crew members/foreman or superintendents
- Maintain documentation of quantities and value of work estimated/completed to support forecasting for future project performance
- Provide ongoing support to Construction/Operations for efficient and profitable execution of work including scheduling, procurement, and change order/supplemental work processes
- Monitor/Manage subcontractor’s work
- Partner with Contract Administrator to review and process financial aspects of contracts (i.e.: billings, subcontract payments, material payments, collections, etc.)
- Manage assigned projects and projects that were successfully bid
- Ensure safety and environmental regulation compliance
- Assure all company safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observed
- Other duties assigned as needed
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering or related field required.
- Experience in estimating preferred
- Prior knowledge of cost control systems and experience in the use of computerized estimating, quantity takeoff and scheduling programs
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Ability to read and thoroughly understand construction plans and specifications
- Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal
- Ability to problem solve and communicate corrective actions quickly and effectively
- A valid Oregon driver’s license. This position may require some travel.
- Ability to work flexible schedules as estimating and project management demands fluctuate
- Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members and customers