Construction Estimator Job at Growth Management Services

Growth Management Services Raleigh, NC 27609

GMS Construction is growing! Our company is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our team for our projects in various locations in Virginia and North Carolina. We have estimating offices in Richmond, Virginia and Raleigh, North Carolina..

Summary/Objective

The Senior Estimator is responsible for developing project estimates and schedules for construction projects ranging from $500K to $15M, evaluating contract requirements, and providing direction and assistance to junior team members.

Essential Functions

Read and interpret pertinent bid documents and plans

Perform quantity takeoffs from civil construction plans and documents

Develop the project scope and identify necessary disciplines

Identify subcontractor roles

Evaluate DBE participation to ensure project goals are met

Identify constructability issues

Identify value engineering opportunities

Coordinate pre-bid activities and inquiries with the owner

Develop and review project estimates and schedules ($1M-$30M)

Provide direction and assistance to junior team members

Develop and deliver project bid packages

Supervisory Responsibility

May supervise a team of junior estimators

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Weekend work may be required on occasion.

Travel/ Driving

Local travel is required. May need to utilize personal transportation.

Required Education and Experience

Associates or Bachelors degree in a construction related field preferred

Associates or bachelor's degree in a construction-related field

4 -7 years of experience as a civil construction estimator

Experience with Dept of Transportation specifications

Previous experience with estimating software Building Connected or equivalent

Preferred Education and Experience

Experience with heavy highway, earthwork, bridge, and utility construction

Previous work with NCDOT and VDOT

The Benefits

Competitive Compensation Package

Comprehensive Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

401K Program

8 Paid Holidays

80 hours of accrued Paid time Off (PTO) the first year

And more

Salary depends on skills and experience. Locally owned and managed, The Caton Companies offer 401(k), excellent medical/dental coverage, as well as many other benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Work remote temporarily due to COVID-19.


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