Senior Estimator - Heavy Civil/Asphalt - Gpac
Chicago Heights, IL
About the Job
Job Title: Senior Estimator
Job Type: Full-time
Job Description:
The Senior Estimator will be responsible for preparing detailed estimates for asphalt paving projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project specifications. This role requires a deep understanding of asphalt paving as well as full roadway construction estimating, ideally with DOT experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare comprehensive cost estimates for asphalt paving projects, including materials, labor, and equipment.
- Analyze project plans, specifications, and scope to develop accurate estimates.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to gather relevant information for bidding.
- Assess risks and opportunities associated with each project estimate.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, pricing trends, and regulations, particularly related to DOT projects.
- Review and evaluate subcontractor bids to ensure competitiveness and compliance.
- Participate in pre-bid meetings and presentations to clients as needed.
- Track and manage estimates throughout the project lifecycle.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in estimating asphalt paving projects.
- Strong understanding of full roadway construction estimating, with preference for candidates with DOT experience.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Must be a team player
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement
Contact mitchell.guerrieri@gogpac.com with a resume for more information
All conversations are 100% confidential
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
