Civil Estimator

1 month ago

St Louis, United States KCI Construction Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary:

Purpose: The Estimator will support the preconstruction/estimating group with the preparation of estimates by reviewing project documents. Estimator will work with Director of Preconstruction by performing pricing, and bidding of construction projects for civil, highway/roadway, self-performed work and as GC. Extensive knowledge of construction means and methods, costs and construction principles are essential.    

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Accurate estimating of projects assigned, completed on time, in a professional and competitive manner, while considering risk factors and construction methods.
  • Review and understand all bid documents to determine scope of work and required content of estimate.
  • Determine labor, material, and equipment costs.
  • Perform detailed quantity take-off and pricing of projects as assigned.
  • Solicit subcontractors, and suppliers and monitor responses.
  • Develop and maintain good working relationships with subcontractors/suppliers, maintaining ethical standards.
  • Investigate conditions at the project site prior to bid to understand and evaluate site accessibility, surface and underground conditions and any condition that would affect construction means/methods and costs.
  • Attend pre-bid meetings as required.
  • Handle the buy-out process.
  • Ensure estimating practices are adhering to good faith efforts for MBE/WBE/DBE participation.
  • Keep current with latest estimating technology and techniques.
  • As required, attend industry events while representing KCI in a professional manner.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications/Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field is preferred.
  • 5 + years of experience in an estimating role.
  • Experience estimating in heavy highway/civil and water/wastewater plant work.
  • A high degree of integrity.
  • Effective interpersonal skills.
  • Organized, ability to meet deadlines, and attention to detail.
  • Must be a self-starter and team player.
  • Knowledgeable of construction costs and engineering principles.
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, working knowledge in HCSS Heavy Bid a plus.

 

Managed By:

Director of Preconstruction

 

Physical Demands:

  • Work is normally performed in a typical office environment.
  • The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
  • Limited exposure to physical risk.
  • Noise level in the office environment is usually quiet.
  • While performing the duties of this role, employee will be required to sit, talk, and hear.
  • Employee is occasionally required stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop or kneel.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus.

 

KCI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious beliefs, material status, genetic information, national origin, disability or protection veteran status.

 

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