Estimator
Dragados USA

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, requirements, and specifications
• Determine labor and equipment costs
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing - discuss and propose the most proper means and method
• Review and understand all bid documents and assess project risks
• Understand project logistics and project schedule
• Prepare bid packages - compare and analyze competitive subcontractor and supplier bids
• Review quotes and estimates with the Project Management Team
• Prepare estimates at different levels of completion (conceptual, Schematic, DD, CD, etc.)
• Perform certain post-bid buyouts
• Perform pre-construction duties and meetings with clients, owners, suppliers, and JV partners
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned
• Perform estimations of Change Orders and claims
• Review and preparation of impacts in schedule estimations
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering or Architecture
• 5+ years' experience estimating heavy civil projects
• Advanced computer skills with estimating software - HCSS Heavy Bid
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation preferred
• Knowledge of construction costs and engineering principles
• Primavera P6 knowledge preferred
• Effective presentation skills
• Advanced Excel skills