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Company Overview:Our client has an exciting opportunity for an Estimator that will be responsible for evaluating bid specifications and plans, ensuring that we know everything required to successfully bid and win the project. Estimators must aggressively follow-up with subcontractors to ensure that bids are received. Estimators also work with the Project Management, coordinate Business Development and Field Superintendents to follow-up on bids and budgets to close the business.
Bid Administration:
Prepares and maintains status of plan reproduction
Solicits and maintains communication with subcontractors and vendors
Prepares subcontractor bid packages
Transmits addenda and other bid information to subcontractors
Ensures that we have the proper coverage from subcontractors on bid day
Shows creativity and resourcefulness to gain better pricing from subcontractors
Submits 100% of bids and budgets by the bid deadline no exceptions
Enters all relevant information into HCSS
Project Knowledge:
Extensive knowledge of the public works heavy civil bidding environment
FDOT Roadway, drainage, utility and structure estimating experience
Extensive experience with HCSS estimating software
Design Build Proposal Development Experience
Able to prepare bid construction schedules. P6 experience preferable.
Review bid requirements thoroughly and asks follow-up question on every bid
Has a thorough understanding of the scope for specific trades assigned
Develops and submits bid RFIs and clarifications and ensure adequate subcontractor coverage and shows interest
Performs a comprehensive "bid day" analysis and scoping of specific assigned trades
Consistently follows up on submitted bids and budgets with Project Managers and Superintendents to close business.
Properly turns over bid documents and sub buyout information to Project Management in a timely manner. Goal is 100% of awarded projects turned over within one week of notification.
Review plans with Project Management team and highlight areas of concern
Review job cost with Project Management team and highlight any subs/material vendors that still need to be awarded
Seeks & qualifies new subcontractors
Handle all subcontractor interactions in a manner designed to build a long-term relationship.
Develop personal / social relationships with selective subcontractors. Operate as One Team
Build strong win-win relationships with other departments, including project management, business development, accounting, and superintendents.
Ensures that bids and proposals are competitive and have the greatest chance of winning. This may require the employee to arrive early, stay late, or perform tasks not specifically outlined in the job description.
Read local business and relevant construction trade publications.
Initiate suggestions for company-wide process improvements.
Research and maintain technological excellence in their work environment.
Participate in company-wide events, such as meetings, socials, etc.
Demonstrate adherence to and performance in keeping with the project goal
Employment Opportunity Policy and Affirmative Action obligations. General requirements for all positions:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must know Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Project.
Must be self-motivated & punctual.
Must be able to manage multiple tasks and have excellent follow up skills both internally and externally.
Must be professional and polished in appearance and speech
Qualifications:
Bachelor s degree in Civil Engineering or construction-related field
Excellent computer skills and Heavy bid estimating software knowledge
Experience with computerized takeoff and/or design programs
Necessary Attributes:
Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities, management styles and team compositions
Strong analytical ability, the capacity to interpret data and make recommendations
Team player and with strong interpersonal skills
Self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must possess strong technology skills
Reliance on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
Sunshine Enterprise USA LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities, Females, Veterans and Disabled Persons
Full Time