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Blythe Construction Inc

Sr. Heavy Civil Construction Estimator

Charlotte, NC 28206

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Working for one of the largest Heavy Civil Contractors, in the Southeast, with over 100 years in the business, our Sr. Heavy Civil Construction Estimator, works under the direction and leadership of the Chief of Estimating, and is primarily responsible for the preparation and review of Heavy Civil Construction Project estimate packages ranging from $30 million to >$200 million contract value.; primarily consisting of roadways, highways, site development and/or structures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Cost Estimation & Takeoffs: Perform detailed quantity takeoffs, labor production rates, equipment requirements, and material pricing, specifically for high-volume earthwork, paving, and structures.
• Risk Management: Evaluate potential project risks (e.g., site conditions, logistical challenges) and create mitigation strategies and contingency plans to protect company profit margins.
• Subcontractor and Vendor Relations: Manage the solicitation process, analyzing subcontractor proposals, and negotiating final pricing to ensure comprehensive and competitive quotes.
• Technical Review and Leadership: Review estimates for accuracy and completeness, mentor junior staff, and provide expert insight into construction methods and feasibility.
• Historical Data Maintenance: Maintain and improve cost databases, updating labor/equipment rates, and comparing historical project data against actual field costs to improve future bid precision.
• Internal and External Communication: Partner with operations/project management for constructability reviews and present final proposals to executive management and clients.
• Quantity Takeoffs & Analysis: Oversee rigorous quantity takeoff processes and review project plans/specifications to ensure full scope coverage and precision.
• Constructability Reviews: Partner with operations and engineering teams to validate "means and methods," ensuring the project can be built as planned and at the projected cost.

General. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Essential Duty and Responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

• Engineering & Methods: Deep understanding of "means and methods" for heavy civil work, such as earthwork, paving, bridge structures, and underground utilities.
• Regulatory & DOT Standards: Thorough knowledge of local and federal Department of Transportation (DOT) specifications, public works bidding laws, and environmental regulations.
• Contractual Awareness: Mastery of project delivery methodsâ€"including Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, and CM/GCâ€"along with contract laws and insurance requirements.
• Market Intelligence: Awareness of regional labor rates, material price fluctuations, and competitor behaviors to inform strategic bid "go/no-go" decisions.
• Technical Proficiency: Expert-level use of specialized software like HCSS HeavyBid

Blythe Construction, Inc. - Hubbard Construction Company - Northeast Paving - Sunmount Paving - Virginia Paving Company, are hereby referred to as Vinci Construction USAAccessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources atBlythe Construction, Inc.: Phone: 704-375-8474Hubbard Construction Company: Phone: 407-645-5500Eurovia Atlantic Coast, LLC:Phone: 704-375-8474

Vinci Construction USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Vinci Construction USA is committed to providing a fair and equal employment opportunity workplace. All hiring and promotional decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status that is protected by federal, state, or local law.

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