Estimator

Looking for an opportunity to make a lasting mark on future generations and the communities they call home? Search no further, HEI has been an unrivaled contracting leader for over 50 years, with operations in Colorado, Carolinas, and Texas.

As a top heavy civil construction company, we are dedicated to transforming landscapes across these regions, and we want you to join our team. With a relentless focus on safety, people, quality, and production, we tackle diverse projects that range from roadways and bridges to water infrastructure and environmental restoration.

Our team is comprised of highly skilled individuals, just like you, who are ready to put their best boot forward. Get ready to unearth your true potential and dig into the exciting world of HEI Civil!

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Estimator with experience in civil construction to join our team in our Charlotte, North Carolina office.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares commercial and municipal estimates per bid procedure.

• Prepares subcontractor evaluations.

• Attends weekly Estimating meeting.

• Reviews all plans and specifications, permit set of drawings, and Owner requirements with the Estimator.

• Prepares bid proposal, including the cost breakdown, clarifications, scope, and exclusions.

• Prepares drawing list.

• Processes and distributes all F.I.s for estimating and job addendums.

• Prepares subcontract and supplier takeoffs.

• Responds to all subcontractor and supplier inquiries in relation to bids.

• Assists with pricing of drawings and revisions.

• Assists in the pricing of owner and subcontract change orders including written narrative and drawing overlay.

• Provides value engineering services.

• Prepares subcontractor comparison sheets for evaluation.

• Prepares estimate turnovers for project managers.

• Assist in generating the scope of work for all trades.

• Assist in post-bid buyouts.

• Prepare call list and follow up for quote coverage.

• Maintain positive client/subcontractor relationships.

• Prepares project budgets.

• Other duties as assigned by Manager.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and HCSS HeavyBid.
• AGTEK experience preferred.

• Effective negotiation skills.

• Extreme attention to detail.

• Superior customer service skills required.

• Must be able to effectively communicate and manage subcontractors.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education and Experience:

• 3+ years of experience with Civil and/or Heavy Highway Construction.
• Experience with underground utilities, earthwork, roadway reconstruction, and civil construction required.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

• Prolonged periods of sitting
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Office-based work with varying temperatures.
• Occasional travel to jobsites with fluctuations in weather.

Job Type: Exempt, Full-time

Salary : Based on Experience

Benefits (available after waiting period):

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Six Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance
• 401K with a discretionary match
• $10,000 company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary dental, vision, life, and Colonial supplemental insurance