Project Estimator at A.O. Hardee and Son, Inc. – little river south, Georgia

Job Description

• Analyze and interpret contract documents including engineering plans, specifications and geotechnical reports.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates using HCSS software.
• Perform quantity take-off analysis utilizing AGTEK.
• Solicit and analyze supplier and subcontractor proposals.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, subcontractors, and vendors
• Attend jobsite walkthroughs and pre-bid meetings as necessary.
• Prepare preliminary project schedules.
• Prepare risk assessment analysis.
• Work in a team environment, assisting and coordinating with other estimators.
• Ensure that accurate and complete estimates of project are prepared on time, in a professional and competitive manner.
• Interface professionally with clients.
• Additional responsibilities as directed by Chief Operations Officer.
• In-office required: Remote work not available

Salary and Benefits

• Salary is negotiable based on experience
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation
• Profit Share Program paid out twice a year
• Life Insurance, and other Optional benefits
• 401K with company match

• Minimum of 4 years of Estimating experience in Heavy Civil earthwork projects desired.
• Possess strong mathematical and computer skills with proficiency in HCSS HeavyBid or similar estimating software, AGTEK. Auto-CAD and Trimble Business Center a plus.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office products, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Experienced in preparing hard-bid public and private market cost proposals.
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Construction, or Building Science or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work within a team environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to work well under pressure, especially when facing bid deadlines.
• Can understand and orate the construction process and sequencing utilized in building the estimate
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.