Heavy Civil Estimator Job at Clark Bros Inc. in Fresno

Job description Clark Bros. Inc., a successful California Heavy Civil Contractor, in business over 60 years, is seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Estimator for its Fresno office. The Estimator will be responsible for providing full estimating and proposal preparation for heavy civil projects, including earthwork, roads, bridges and utilities. Estimators will collaborate with project managers to develop comprehensive bid packages and proposals. Qualifications: Degree in Engineering, Construction Estimating or related fields are preferred, but will substitute degree for solid experience. 7 years’ experience in cost estimating and cost control in civil, earthwork, grading, structural concrete, or mechanical. Ability to prepare complex proposals with minimal supervision. Strong understanding of construction estimating, particularly in heavy civil projects. Strong computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Project and estimating software and database programs. Knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid estimating is preferred but not required. Job Functions Develop and maintain subcontractor and vendor contacts and relationships. Responsible for providing preconstruction services including conceptual estimates, bid estimates, bid packages and clarifications. Prepare and/or supervise quantity take-offs. Manage buy-out process. Following an award of a project, set-up and coordinate the official hand-over to the project execution team. Prepare budget for project by properly categorizing costs and monitor those costs throughout project life by comparing and adjusting estimating costs vs. actual costs (i.e., production rates, cost of materials, etc.) Assist Project Manager in addressing RFI’s, RFP’s and Change Order Requests as needed. Ensure all documentation is maintained to support estimate figures. Validate estimates (including the ones done by PMs) through risk reviews, management reviews, and past performance. Keep historical records of project costs. For more company information, please visit our website at www.clarkbrosinc.com. Please submit your cover letter, resume, salary history and requirements with the word “ESTIMATOR” in the subject line to No phone calls, please.