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About the Role

Clark is seeking an experienced Estimator to support our San Francisco Civil operations. The Estimating/Preconstruction Department is responsible for preparing budgets and bids for all Clark Civil projects, and for continuous preconstruction on awarded projects that are in the development phase. This key member of our team will passionately help promote the development of creative, innovative solutions to construction challenges and enjoy the acquisition of winning profitable work.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of professionalism and ethical behavior when representing the Company
• Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimate for projects under various delivery methods
• Develop complete and accurate estimates for Divisions 3 (Concrete), 5 (Miscellaneous Metals), 6 (Rough Carpentry), 31 (Earthwork and Support of Excavation), 32 (Exterior Improvements) and 33 (Utilities) on a variety of project types
• Perform portions of estimates for multi-discipline projects including scope determinations and accurate quantity survey
• Solicit Subcontractor and/or Vendor quotes and evaluate them for scope and qualifications
• Lead meetings with Subcontractors to develop complete scopes and discuss strategy
• Perform risk and contract management responsibilities as required on bids
• Assist in developing a strategy to achieve minority participation requirements
• Review total estimate to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to formal quotation
• Monitor comparison of estimated costs to actual costs
• Preparing responses to Request for Qualifications (RFQ's) and Request for Proposals (RFP's)
• Research and promote continuous improvement in developing more efficient estimating methods
• Examine construction sites and observe unusual or challenging conditions

Requirements

• 3-7+ years of heavy civil estimating and cost control related experience (Concrete and Sitework estimating experience preferred).
• Passionate about profession, dedicated to winning work and willing to take pride and ownership of work product
• Field experience is desirable
• Demonstrate the ability to either lead or be a part of a team for multiple projects and pursuits
• Knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Must be detail oriented, technically sound and have good communication skills
• Familiar with both conceptual, detailed, and self-perform estimating
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships, Builds People / Teams & Followership, Sets Direction & Executes
• Given that a good portion of your day will be spent at a desk, you should be comfortable with prolonged periods of focused work, whether it's collaborating with colleagues, analyzing data, or developing strategies.
• The role demands effective communication and sharp visual acuity for reviewing complex documents and performing detailed computer work.
• You'll also be expected to move actively throughout the office and travel occasionally to various locations, including dynamic construction sites, utilizing different modes of transportation.
• The ability to lift and move objects up to 10 pounds regularly, and up to 25 pounds on occasion is also required.
• Your primary workspace will be in our professional office, which has a typical, quiet-to-moderate noise and light levels.
• As part of your work, you may also be required to visit active construction sites.
• These environments are naturally more dynamic and can include exposure to outdoor weather conditions, louder noise, and moving equipment.
• Your safety is our top priority, and you'll be expected to follow Clark Construction's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations.
• This is a demanding, high-performance environment.
• Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines.
• Beyond regular working hours, there will be occasions where business needs require your attention, particularly for time-sensitive matters or emergencies.
• Your ability to manage these expectations and be responsive when critical issues arise is key to your success in this role and our collective success as a team.
• A pre-employment drug “fitness for duty” screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly drug “fitness for duty” tests.

Skills

• Excel
• Heavy Bid
• Bluebeam
• AGTek
• Building Connected

Location

• San Francisco

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 3-7+ years

Education Level

• Undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management or related degree preferred but not required

Salary/Compensations

• $85,000 - $135,000

Benefits

• Health/dental/vision benefits
• Paid time off
• Retirement/401k
• Company Contribution plan
• Life insurance
• Commuter benefit
• Short & long term disability
• Fitness reimbursement
• FSA
• Tuition reimbursement
• Back-up daycare
• Tutoring & family support benefits
• EAP/Work-Life assistance
• Holiday contribution program

About the Company

• Clark Civil performs heavy/civil work including airport, heavy rail, light rail, bridges, interstate road work, electrical substations, water and wastewater treatment, and facilities projects ranging from $10 million to $500 million.
• Clark Civil delivers projects through a variety of contracting methods, including design/build, construction manager at-risk, and general contracting.
• With a staff of over 20 percent professional engineers, Clark Civil's projects are led by an experienced heavy/civil technical staff and supported by a multidisciplinary, in-house team.
• Clark Civil is a division of Clark Construction Group, LLC

Equal Opportunity

• A Drug Free Workplace: Clark promotes a drug free workplace.