Lead Estimator – Heavy Civils
Salary: $170k + Attractive benefits
Location: Dallas, Texas
The Business
Hamilton Mayer International is working in partnership with a reputable construction business that has steadily grown over the last five years, to a business now turning over more than $500m. This highly reputable general contractor is perceived as a formidable player in the Texas region that has consistently delivered top quality heavy civil operations on behalf of TxDOT.
The Role
- Responsible to uphold the growth and maintain consistent track record of winning work in the region.
- Leading the estimating department, where typical size of jobs range from $5m to $300m, focusing on roads, bridges, ports, runways and airports.
- Analyse and compile estimate data that impact the cost of labour, materials, equipment requirements, location and other factors to ensure a high quality and timely estimates.
- Responsible for leading estimates, which will involve reviewing drawings, specifications and proposed project site conditions.
- Analyse alternative solutions and construction methods to increase competitiveness of the bid.
- Will be familiar with hard-bid/ design build and alternative delivery estimates
- Apply associated calculations and be an expert using estimating software required during advanced analytical processes to ensure logically estimated costs are accurate.
- Present estimate and participate in bid reviews with senior management to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Key Experience
- Be competent in approach, demeanor and overall leadership ability.
- Proficiency in estimating software including, ProEst and PrioSoft but other programs will be welcome.
- Will have a background in heavy civils, ideally with experience working for a general contractor.