Sr. Civil Estimator

Satterfield & Pontikes Construction

Experience: 3+ yrs
Location: San Antonio, Texas, United States
Job type: Full-time

Required skills

Estimating software

About the role

The Sr. Civil Estimator is responsible for evaluating bid specifications and drawings, ensuring that we know everything required to successfully bid and win the project. The Sr. Civil Estimator must aggressively follow-up with subcontractors to ensure that bids are received. The Estimator scrutinizes incoming inquiries, assesses all technical issues and prepares estimates of the costs of the work. The focus of the Estimator is on producing high quality, detailed work based on established standards, guidelines and procedures. Consistent, error free work based on defined regulations and standards are key measures of job performance success.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Assists in preparing conventional bids to owner
Assists in preparing negotiated estimates to owner
Assists in receiving and evaluating bids prior to and on bid day
Work as lead estimator when assigned
Solicit participation from subcontractor
Review bid requirements
Set-up and maintain Building Connected
Thorough understanding for assigned scopes (specs and drawings)
Develops RFI’s for CSP’s and clarifications for CM@R
Develop new subcontractor relationships
Perform VE when required
Bid turnovers, dumps and buyout logs
Help maintain subcontractor database
Work with Ops for CM@R conceptual estimates and constructability
Constructability Reviews
C&As
Work with PSPL on Bid Packages
Work with Chief Estimator for self-perform bids
Running GC’s

COMPETENCIES

Detail-Oriented
Motivation
Continuous Learner
Time Management
Customer-Centric

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift, up to 15 pounds at times
Travel as needed

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

B.A. or B.S.in Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture, or equivalent experience.
3 – 5+ years of estimating experience for large projects.
Knowledge of estimating software, engineering principles and construction principles.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
Must be detail-oriented and can work well within a deadline-driven environment
Initiates action by being proactive with a high drive to set and meet personal goals
Performs with a strong quality orientation.
Able to build partnerships across and outside of the organization by collaborating and building trust.
Perform functions efficiently and accurately with little direct supervision and is able to make decisions independently.
Must respect and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Must be able to perform in a fast paced, changing environment by exhibiting adaptability.
Goes above and beyond.

About Satterfield & Pontikes Construction

General contractor providing construction management and design-build services.

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