Civil Estimator at Quality Enterprises USA

Quality Enterprises is looking for a Civil Estimator to join our team. Under the direction of the Chief Estimator, the Civil Estimators primary responsibility is to analyze and interpret project information in the assembly of budgets, bids, and proposals.

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance (Company-Paid)
• 401K with company contribution match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Positive Work Environment

  
  

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Evaluate proposals, specifications, blueprints, and construction documents to understand the project as a whole.
• Work closely with the construction project manager to oversee and coordinate the bid process for vendors and subcontractors.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct site visits.
• Estimate time, labor, construction materials, and product costs to determine overall cost for construction projects.
• Produce written proposals, cost estimates, budgets, and updates for clients and project managers.
• Provide accurate takeoff information with a detailed list of materials and total construction costs.
• Solicit subcontractor, vendor, and equipment supplier information and pricing.
• Review and estimate change orders and other cost impacts.
• Follow up with clients on submitted proposals and budgets.

Position Competencies:

• Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and work well under pressure to meet established deadlines.
• Ability to work with limited supervision to complete assigned tasks.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to focus on quality and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Education, Experience, Licenses, & Certifications:

• Bachelors degree in civil engineering, accounting, construction management, or related field.
• At least 2 years of civil estimating experience or 5 years of civil construction field experience.
• Thorough knowledge of construction practices and procedures.
• Experience with utilities, storm piping, and FDOT specifications.
• Understanding of risk analysis and estimation metrics.
• Proficient in estimating software, such as HCSS, Bid2Win, or similar.
• Proficient in O365 and Adobe Acrobat.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Prolonged periods sitting at desk and working on a computer.

Quality Enterprises USA, Inc. (QE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment andprohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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