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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in estimating and procurement for heavy civil construction projects, with a strong ability to analyze project documents, manage vendor relationships, and implement diversity participation plans. Proficient in using estimating software and Microsoft Office to maintain accurate cost models and documentation.
Highest-signal resume keywords
EstimatingHCSS Heavy Bid Estimating SoftwareConstruction ContractsVendor Relationship ManagementDiversity Participation Planning
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Hard Skills
EstimatingCost ModelingEngineering Documentation NavigationConstruction SpecificationsSpreadsheet Creation and MaintenanceNumerical Proficiency
Soft Skills
Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal Skills
Tools & Technologies
HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating SoftwareMicrosoft Office
Industry Keywords
Heavy Civil ConstructionSubcontractor ManagementValue EngineeringProject Risk MitigationOutreach Documentation
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Prepare and coordinate complete estimate packages for subcontractor and material vendor work scopes
- Review project documents and specifications to determine estimate scope and required content
- Solicit material and subcontract pricing
- Analyze and normalize quotes and enter pricing into estimating software
- Maintain estimating cost model records and historical pricing information
- Coordinate subcontracted work with estimating staff to account for bid scope
- Identify project risks and help develop mitigation plans
- Identify value engineering concepts and competitive opportunities
- Assist in writing and reviewing subcontracts and purchase orders
- Coordinate with project operations to resolve vendor and subcontractor issues
- Formulate and implement plans to meet project diversity participation goals
- Solicit diversity participation and maintain outreach documentation
- Build and maintain relationships with vendors and industry partners
- Participate in owner, contractor, and industry events
- Perform additional assignments as directed by the supervisor
Requirements
What you’ll need- Civil Engineering, Industrial Management, or construction related degree preferred, but not required
- Prior experience in estimating, engineering, or procurement roles involving heavy civil construction projects preferred
- Experience with HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software preferred
- Must be able to read and navigate engineering documentation and construction plans
- Familiarity with construction and material specifications and standards
- Understanding of construction contracts and terminology preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
- Competence in creating and maintaining spreadsheets
- Proficiency working with numbers
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Medical insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plan
