Civil Estimator
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Posted Aug. 01, 2024
Job Summary
We are seeking a candidate with experience in estimating land development projects with an emphasis in heavy civil (land clearing, grading, drainage, and road installation). The person will work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with the project team to secure profitable work and build and maintain strong client relationships.
The Civil Estimator will work with the leadership/design team on various aspects of civil project controls assignments. Must have strong skills in cost estimating, scheduling, and developing plan packages for construction documentation.
Role / Responsibilities
- Perform quantity take-offs and prepare accurate estimates/packages for civil construction projects.
- Review and interpret civil design drawings and technical bid specification to develop accurate estimates.
- Utilize software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Ag Tek and Bluebeam to assist with estimations, and provide markups for material take-offs.
- Analyze and evaluate bid proposals.
- Assist with bid preparation to include defining project specifics, time to completion and costs to secure the client’s business.
- Develop and update tracking formats to trend all aspects of the bid process for analysis, comparison, and unit rate standardization.
- Develop project schedules for tracking field progress.
- Review subcontractors’ estimates for accuracy and to ensure all required attributes have been addressed.
- Assist with change order estimates, document preparation and tracking change order status.
- Perform site walkdowns of prospective projects for bid conformity, as well as active projects to inspect current conditions.
- Maintain accurate records of quantities for work performed and materials installed.
- Support multiple projects in varying degrees of execution.
- Establish and foster relationships with owners, contractors, subcontractors, and other industry specialists.
- Participate in coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owners, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Experience / Skills Required
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience with land development and civil projects.
- Solid understanding of practices related to civil construction work processes, materials, and legal requirements.
- Proven experience with civil construction project estimates.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Products (ex. Outlook, Word, Excel).
- Fully proficient with estimating and design software such as AutoCad, Bluebeam, and AGTEK and construction project management applications.
- General understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
- Experience with labor, material, and time requirements related to estimating.
- Ability to effectively discuss project issues with clients and reviewing agencies.
- Effective time management skills and ability to prioritize among competing responsibilities.
- Strong work ethic and initiative.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrate a high degree of integrity and confidentiality.
- Must have reliable means of transportation and good driving record.
Experience / Skills Desired
- Some college-level construction management study preferred.
- Experience with both private and public sector clients/projects.
Physical Demands / Work Environment
- Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time.
- Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
- Some travel may be required as business needs dictate.
- Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds at a time.
Duties are subject to change according to the goals and requirements of the company.