Established heavy civil contractor seeking an experienced Chief Estimator with a strong background in site development, heavy highway, roadway, and bridge construction.
Key Responsibilities:
Analyze and prepare competitive bids for public, private, and municipal projects including PennDOT, City of Pittsburgh, airport, railway, and utility authority work
Evaluate work items in alignment with company capabilities including roadway construction, stormwater systems, utilities, mass earthwork, and concrete flatwork
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop comprehensive bid packages
Lead pricing strategy, subcontractor/vendor solicitation, and risk assessment
Utilize or be willing to learn estimating software including The Construction Link, Inc. – Estimating Link v3.0
Qualifications:
Proven experience estimating heavy highway, roadway, bridge, and site development projects
Strong knowledge of PennDOT specifications and municipal bidding procedures
Proficiency in quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, and bid preparation
Leadership ability to oversee and mentor estimating team members
Software proficiency or willingness to learn company estimating systems
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive base salary
Medical benefits
401(k)
3% annual profit sharing (based on salary)
Vehicle allowance
Life insurance policy equal to annual salary
Paid vacation
Christmas bonus
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.
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