Description

As a Lead Estimator at, reporting to VP Estimating, you will have the opportunity to:

• Conduct a thorough review of the contract plans, specifications and other documents for the bid items assigned.
• Know general requirements and special conditions.
• Be aware of the proposal requirements and discuss with VP Est / Chief Est.
• Identify major and unusual items.
• Solicit quotations from major subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare HCSS comparison sheets.
• Identify D/M/WBE requirements, prepare GFE using SmartBid.
• Develop clear write-ups and documentation required for SOQ / RFP type proposals.
• Prepare documents for bid and proposal submission.
• For Joint Venture bids, set up JV manual.
• Prepare pre-bid or green sheet estimate.
• Set up Bid in HCSS.
• Price-up bid items and review with VP Est / Chief Est.
• Timeline equipment.
• Provide assignments and monitor take-off estimators.
• Build job and determine means and methods.
• Maintain dialogue with owner's representative.
• Know insurance and bonding requirements, complete financial worksheet.
• Review risks and selected subcontractors / suppliers with VP Est / Chief Est.
• Close out bid with Chief Estimator and submit bid.
• Prepare procurement strategy along with subcontracts and purchase orders.

Requirements

• BS in Engineering from an accredited institution and 10+ years experience in heavy civil construction working with a general contractor
• Included within the 10 years above, shall be min 5 years in estimating
• Experience working on projects in the NYC area valued at 100+ million preferred
• Fluent with the following software:
• HCSS Heavy Bid
• Blue Beam
• Excel
• Primavera P6
• SmartBid
• Excellent written and verbal skills

Expected Salary for this position is $150,000 - $220,000 depending on experience