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Amortega

Estimator Civil & Grading

Amortega, Lakeside, California, United States, 92040

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ESTIMATOR/PROJECT MANAGER A San Diego based construction Company with operations throughout Southern California is currently seeking a full-time, experienced ESTIMATOR/WITH A FOCUS ON CIVIL & GRADING to support our Lakeside, California Operations.

JOB DUTIES The duties for this position will include and not limited to the following.

Prepare cost estimates for projects in their category or categories, including the following

Determine labor and equipment costs.

Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing.

Send requests for quotes to vendors and subcontractors.

Review and understand bid documents and assess project risks.

Understand project logistics and project schedules.

Compare and analyze competitive subcontractor and supplier bids.

Review quotes and estimates with the estimating and project management team.

Prepare estimates at different levels of completion

Perform pre-construction duties and meetings with Client, Owners, Subcontractors, and Engineers when necessary.

Manage ongoing work which is awarded as a result of estimates prepared by that individual

Being responsible for project documentation (submittals, RFIs, notices), ongoing client business deliverables (schedules, billing, notices), and official client communication.

Perform other related duties as required and assigned .

This position is in the Estimator role in the Estimating department, and promotion or advancement opportunities exist for individuals interested in advancing to a more responsible position over time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Qualified candidates must possess the following special skills and or requirements to be considered for this position.

Demonstrated understanding of technical methodology for the preparation of cost estimates for construction (either by recent experience in applicable job or through skills test).

Heavy Civil and Site development, Grading, Paving, Concrete Structural and Non-Structural

Storm Drain and Drainage features

Fencing and Masonry.

Knowledge of Agtek Earthworks 4D software program.

Knowledge of on-screen take-off software i.e. Blue Beam or Plan Swift

HeavyBid experience a plus.

Proficient with Primavera P-6 Scheduling

Expert user of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in Standard English

Demonstrates attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness

Ability to meet deadlines and complete work in a timely manner

Maintains confidentiality at all times

Great communication skills both written and verbal

Contributes to building a positive work environment

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

4 Year degree from an accredited college or university & 4 Years Work Experience OR 8 Years Work Experience in a directly related role in this or a similar industry required

Degree in Business Management, Project Management, Communications, English, Humanities, Construction Engineering or Management, or Allied Fields preferred

Experience working with public utilities in Southern California, especially SDG&E, SCE, SCG, SWG, IID, LADWP, City of Riverside, or City of Long Beach preferred

Experience with Heavy Construction Software Suite – HeavyBid preferred

Experience with Heavy Construction Software Suite HeavyJob and Safety preferred

Experience with Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6 preferred

Experience with Sage 300/Timberline &/or Sage Paperless preferred

Experience with Agtek or Autodesk preferred

COMPANY BENEFITS The following benefits options are available to eligible employees

Paid vacation, holiday and sick time

401K (with company contribution match)

Health Benefits packet includes

Multiple medical and dental plan options

Voluntary vision, life, and AD&D plans

Aflac

Employee Assistance Program

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