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Civil Estimator

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Responsibilities

  • As a Civil Estimator, your primary daily responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:
  • Demonstrates conceptual estimating proficiency in the scope review process, subcontractor knowledge, information of on-screen takeoff and estimating software platforms, and in interiors estimating.
  • Surveys, quantifies materials, and produces assemblies from drawings.
  • Prepares proposal letters, qualification and clarification sheets.
  • Reads and interprets technical documents such as Geotechnical Reports, Due Care Plans, etc.
  • Manages supplier and subcontractor bid invitations for respective estimates.
  • Contacts/Follows-up with subcontractors and suppliers for pricing input.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of client relations and estimate presentations.
  • Possesses great knowledge with regard to technical specifications and pricing levels.
  • Reviews contract scopes and associated dollar figures.
  • Assists with subcontractor recommendations and buyouts.
  • Meets deadline challenges and has the ability to prioritize multiple assignments simultaneously.
  • Works in conjunction with the bid team to prepare accurate bid proposals.
  • Provides technical assistance to Project Managers in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc. as required.
  • Responsible for timely and complete bid submission and management of all required bid submission requirements (i.e. schedule, logistics, breakdown pricing, etc.).
  • Ensures clean handoff of estimate, bidding information, drawings, specifications, etc. to project management team; assists with kickoff meetings.
  • Organizes and performs quantity take-offs.
  • What You Will Bring to the Team:
  • Required experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Business, Finance or a related job field.
  • Three (3) years of work experience in construction or related job field.
  • -or- Equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience.
  • Preferred experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Business, Finance or a related job field.
  • Use of Planswift and WinEst estimating software.
  • Basic understanding of accounting and project management concepts.
  • Deep understanding of research methodology, data analysis, and estimation metrics.

Additional Information

Christman Building Innovation Group, LLC Job Description: Build More with Your Career at Christman Building Innovation Group With projects throughout the Midwest, Christman Building Innovation Group (CBIG) is a great place to begin, continue or grow your career. We're searching for the next generation of innovative minds who want to shape the world and live to build. CBIG is looking for a Civil Estimator to join the team!


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