Civil Estimator

About the JobAutry Grading is looking for an experienced estimator to work hand in hand with superintendents, general manager and office staff to prepare and submit turnkey and competitive bids for civil construction projects including but not limited to subdivisions, apartment complexes, shopping centers, public utility and highway. This is not an entry-level position, serious applicants only with previous civil construction experience only.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

•  Must be committed to providing and promoting a safe work environment
• Ability to follow directions
• Communicate with management, clients, engineers, subs and vendors to obtain pricing and prepare estimates
• Understands and interprets drawings, specifications, and contract documents as required to price the project in order build it to the engineered design
• Prepare grading models from client provided dwg files
• Prepare change orders and submit for approval in a timely manner
• Investigate site conditions and identify potential issues affecting the cost of the project
• Work with office staff to transition project from proposal to contract to active project.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Estimating self-performed projects which typically range from 500,000 to 20 million dollars including pricing labor, equipment, subcontractor and material costs
• Working knowledge of construction assemblies and all project phases
• Ability to produce detailed, accurate estimates from conceptual and schematic drawings and AutoCad files
• Ability to assess site exposures/construction risks and be able to appropriately analyze cost and reflect these in an estimate
• Identify constructability issues through the estimating process
• Identify and propose value-engineering alternatives
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively and work cohesively within a team environment
• Working experience on Bid2Win software a plus
• Working experience in AutoCad, especially Carlson Takeoff, a plus

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1 year experience in site or utility construction preferably with estimating or management experience ;
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check;
• Be able to provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration document;
• Strictly adhere to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook;
• Have the willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required;
• Be at least age 21 years of age;
• Have a valid NC Drivers License with a good driving record;

BENEFITS (after waiting periods):

• Company-assigned vehicle to commute from residence to job site
• BCBSNC health insurance - employee, spouse, and family plans available
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (holidays, personal days & vacations)
• 401(k)

About Us

We are a family owned and operated grading and utility contractor. We have been in business since 1979 and currently have 70+ full time employees. We strive to deliver quality sites to our clients on time and under budget, while maintaining a family atmosphere for our employees.

About Autry Grading, Inc.:

We are a family owned and operated grading and utility contractor. We have been in business since 1979 and currently have 70+ full time employees. We strife to deliver quality sites to our clients on time and under budget, while maintaining a family atmosphere for our employees.

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