GLO Resources is currently hiring an experienced Civil Estimator to work in the Baton Rouge area. The rate of pay being offered is between $80K - $100K based on experience. This is a full-time position with the following schedule: Mon – Thurs from 7:30 AM. to 5:00 PM and Fri from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Occasional evening/weekend work or travel may be required as job duties demand.
Position Summary:
The Estimator is responsible for preparing complete, accurate estimates on a variety of projects including deep foundations, civil concrete, and buildings. This is from inception to completion with an execution plan and a budget.
Position Responsibilities:
- Reviews and evaluates requests for estimates
- Have an understanding of the client's bid documents and requirements.
- Includes different types of estimates including Lump Sum, Time, Material, and Budgetary.
- Visits project work sites, clarifies the scope of work, and prepares cost estimates and proposals.
- Reviews construction documents and understands the scope of work to bid.
- Prepares project bid status report and ensures compliance with all specifications and contract & bid invitations.
- Review estimates and revisions for completeness and accuracy.
- Able to work with operations to turnover your estimate narrative and details to facilitate the beginning of a successful project in the field.
- Executes take-offs of construction documents.
- Obtains pricing for material and bids from subcontractors.
- Manages material and subcontractor solicitations and their proposal evaluation.
- Maintains resource information for vendors and subcontractors used in an estimate.
- Participates in weekly staff meetings.
Required Skills, Experience, & Education:
- Minimum of 4+ years of field experience in deep foundation, concrete, and buildings.
- Construction Management or Civil Engineering degree preferred; will consider candidates with equivalent knowledge through experience.
- Knowledge of production definition and using information from the estimate to develop schedules in both simple and P6 formats as required.
- Proficient with computer software used in the construction industry (P6). HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating system, Spectrum, is preferred.
- Ability to prepare project bid status reports and ensure compliance with quantities, specifications, and other contract documents.
- Must be able to pass all Safety Council-related courses
- Must undergo Pre-Employment Screening (physical, drug & alcohol screen, audiogram, fit test if applicable)
- Must hold a valid Driver’s License to operate company equipment and/or vehicles
- Willing to work in a professional office setting 90% of the time and visit job sites the remaining 10% of the time.
Physical Demands:
Office Environment – Employee is regularly required to sit; use of hands to grip, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk and must be able to lift and/or move objects up to 25 lbs. Field/Jobsite Environment – Climbing, crawling, crouching, walking on uneven surfaces, and exposure to loud noises are to be expected on a jobsite environment. Exposure to extreme hot or cold outside temperatures is possible.
Benefits Offered:
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Others to be discussed
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Please list in each category the amount of experience you have estimating in civil concrete, deep foundation, and building projects.
Experience:
- HeavyBid: 3 years (Preferred)
- Spectrum: 2 years (Preferred)
- Creating schedules: 1 year (Preferred)
- Construction estimating: 3 years (Required)
- Primavera P6: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
