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Total Civil Construction & Engineering, LLC Estimator in Lanham, Maryland

SUMMARY

The Estimator will review specifications, blueprints/drawings; applies federal, state and local requirements to generate project estimates using estimating and other industry-specific software (HCSS or similar); leverage historical data on labor, materials, equipment and other factors used to generate total cost estimates; interact with actual and prospective clients to develop, improve and maintain improve business relationships; and understand clients’ needs and provides creative, cost-effective, safe solutions to solve clients’ challenges.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties include – but are not limited to – the following:

  • Prioritizes work to meet broader estimating schedule as provided by Chief Estimator.

  • Provides progress reports to senior management; reviews team’s work for accuracy.

  • Effectively builds and maintains client relationships with clients, as well as with vendors and subcontractors.

  • Establishes new relationships with clients, vendors and subcontractors.

  • Partners with clients and provides preliminary site alternatives and budgeting.

  • Reads and understands digital and printed plans, specifications, and related documents.

  • Performs quantity take-offs (volumetric, linear, area) from plans for earthwork and utilities.

  • Collects and reviews pricing from vendors and subcontractors, making initial decisions on construction partners (vendors/subcontractors); applies knowledge of regulations and requirements to verify subcontractor and vendor compliance with specifications/plans.

  • Uses historical database of project performance to ensure take-off quantities are realistic.

  • Meets daily with Estimators to review scope of work (SOW), sequence of construction, gather updates on take-off process and progress, ensure bids are documented and records are accurate/complete

    QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

  • 4-year degree in civil engineering or construction management + 2 years of civil construction estimating and/or engineering experience

  • Works collaboratively and cooperatively in a team setting.

  • Proficient with Windows, web browsers and MS-Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint).

  • Proficient with Civil Estimating Software: Heavy Bid, Agtek, ACTIVE Takeoff (or similar).

  • Meets strict deadlines in a high-volume business environment.

  • Able to use office equipment: fax/scanner/printer/copier, telephone (cell/desktop), PC or tablet.

  • Willing to sign a confidentiality agreement.

  • Has/gets valid driver’s license and an acceptable motor vehicle record. NOTE: A satisfactory background check may be required.

    Total Civil Construction & Engineering is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, Females, Disabled, Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Total Civil Construction is proud to participate in E-Verify and be a Drug-Free Workplace.

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