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Construction Estimator

System One

Annapolis Junction, MD

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Change Requests/Orders, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Estimates, Construction Management, Construction Projects, Cost Estimates, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Document Change Management, Documentation Models, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Mail Processing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Operational Audit, Operational Support, Operations Management, Primavera, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Proposal Writing, Record Keeping, Team Player, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation
LOCATION
Annapolis Junction, MD
POSTED
27 days ago
As a Construction Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing and coordinating comprehensive construction estimates for transportation projects across our regions. You will engage with a variety of conventional and alternative contracting methods on projects ranging from straightforward highway rehabilitation to some of the region’s most complex mega-projects. Our transportation projects encompass roadway, bridge, and retaining wall constructions, as well as underground systems including drainage, waterline, and sanitary installations.

Estimating Responsibilities
  • Review proposals, specifications, and drawings; attend pre-bid meetings and site visits to determine scope and estimate requirements.
  • Perform detailed quantity takeoffs, determine cost-effective construction methods, and complete full cost estimates.
  • Compare estimated costs to historical data and evaluate construction methods for best value.
  • Coordinate with estimators and operations managers to ensure comprehensive and responsive estimates.
  • Collaborate with clients, design partners, vendors, and stakeholders to develop cost-effective solutions.
  • Analyze geotechnical reports to assess impact on operations and costs.
  • Determine optimal materials based on project constraints.
  • Review and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes.
  • Prepare CPM schedules and monitor client document changes.
  • Manage clarification correspondence with clients and prepare bid documents.
  • Track job-cost data and support project operations on change orders.
  • Maintain records and documents for estimating models and templates.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Experience in estimating/engineering roles on public and private construction projects preferred.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects with effective time management.
  • Independent and team-oriented work capabilities.
  • Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of State DOTs and proficiency in Primavera P6, Excel, Word, and Bluebeam preferred.
  • Experience with HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software preferred.

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
  • 5 years of related experience preferred if not degreed.
  • Minimum 3 years of estimating experience on heavy civil projects preferred.
  • Experience with HCSS HeavyBid Estimating Software preferred.

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About the Company

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System One

Every day, System One focuses on services and solutions that require a high degree of specialization, in-demand technical skills, and large-scale operational expertise. We are essential partners to those on the front lines of our nation’s most critical infrastructure, technology, and life sciences initiatives. 

Founded more than 40 years ago as a staffing partner to the engineering industry, today System One is a diversified organization operating in over 50 locations and putting more than 9,000 people to work in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://systemone.com