Structures Estimator

Job Purpose

The Structures Estimator will collaborate with preconstruction and business development teams to review project plans, requirements, and specifications. This role will work closely with a team of professionals, including Sr. Estimators, Operations, PMs, Engineers, and Owners, to manage all aspects of a pursuit, including take-offs, cost estimation, sub/supplier solicitations, and more. The Structures Estimator will have extensive knowledge of construction means and methods, costs, and engineering principles.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Review and understand all bid documents, including project plans, requirements, and specifications, and assess project risks.
• Prepare and submit RFIs as needed directly to the owner.
• Lead and work with a team of estimators to develop a large multidisciplinary estimate.
• Perform and review accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing.
• Create organized and detailed cost estimates for labor, equipment, material, and subcontractor needs.
• Prepare bid packages and lead outreach efforts to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Review, compare, and analyze competitive subcontractor and supplier quotes to ensure complete scopes are included in the estimate.
• Prepare and present estimates at various stages and different types of procurement, including Conceptual, Schematic, and Design-Build, Bid-Build, etc.
• Evaluate projects for value-engineering opportunities.
• Work closely with MW operations, including Structures, Paving, Equipment, QC, Surveying, as appropriate, to develop competitive advantages and assist with overall estimate development.
• Understand project logistics and project schedule.
• Assist with development of preliminary bid schedules.
• Submit final proposals to project owners.
• Perform certain post-bid buyouts and/or budget development.
• Perform pre-construction duties and meetings with Clients, Owners, and Engineers, including participating in Pre-bid meetings and site visits.
• Prepare for and actively participate in Estimating meetings, leading discussions on potential new pursuits, summarizing risk, success potential, and resource availability.
• Proposal content development and technical writing, as necessary.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a similar field, or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of experience as a Project Manager, Estimator, or equivalent.
• Private and public works sector experience preferred.
• Experience with Bridges, CIP Concrete, Cranes, Foundations (piling).
• Effective presentation skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office, estimating software (HCSS preferred), BlueBeam, electronic solicitation software (PipelineSuite is a plus), and scheduling software. Knowledge of Agtek is a plus.
• Strong work ethic and ability to manage work schedule independently to hit deadlines.
• Must be highly organized.
• Design-Build or CMGC experience is a plus.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to pass background check for access to airports, railroads, and military bases.

Working Conditions

Primarily a controlled office environment with travel to various jobsites/conferences as necessary. The Structures Estimator will be based out of our St. Charles, Missouri office.

Millstone Weber is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has long led the industry in training and hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. To accomplish our goals of quality, innovation, and continuous improvement, we are committed to partnering with employees and subcontractors who share our company values and seek to continually exceed the expectations of project owners. We strive to maintain a work environment that provides all employees with an opportunity to be successful without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disabled Veterans and Vietnam Era Veterans, age, or physical/mental condition. As part of that policy, we adopt and support the Equal Opportunity Laws that are designed to promote the full realization of equal employment opportunity through a positive continuing program.