Estimator - Civil Construction

• Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and requirements, setting priorities.
• Prepares construction estimate by studying construction plans and specifications, identifying and projecting costs for each item of work.
• Review and understand bid documents prior to bid day to assist estimating support staff in their preparation and completion.
• Identify, solicit, and obtain bids from vendors and subcontractors by specifying materials, identifying qualified subcontractors.
• Visit proposed project site prior to completing estimate when possible.
• Maintains cost keys and price masters by updating information.
• Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Assist PM/PE and Overall Project team with project buyout on successful bids. Coordinate with design teams to help develop and interpret design concepts during design build pursuits and communicate that information to the rest of the team.
• Implement advanced knowledge of estimating software including estimate setup, cost reviews, and bid pricing.
• Assist in the development of technical proposals for design build and other alternate procurement projects.
• Maintains quality service by following organization standards.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

• Working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawing and specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to discipline.
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others.
• Great verbal and written communication skills.
• Multitask effectively and manage stress load appropriately.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Self-starter who is process orientated and data driven; results orientated and proactive. 
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others.
• Exhibits integrity and ethical behavior.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task; ability to be flexible and adapt to change.
• Ability to meet eligibility requirement for E-Verify Citizenship.
• Passing random drug screening and possibly background checks.

• Construction Management, and/or Business Management and/or Civil Engineering Degree.
• Over 5 years of experience in estimating projects exceeding $5 million.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Experience with HCSS Heavy Bid Software 

• $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 Annually DOE 

Interwest Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/vets. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.