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About the Role

Atkinson is seeking an experienced Estimator to support our operations teams. The Estimating/Preconstruction Department is responsible for preparing budgets and bids for all Atkinson 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 estimates for projects under various delivery methods
Lead or perform portions of estimates for multi-discipline projects, including understanding the scope and performing accurate quantity surveys
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 the total estimate to ensure accuracy and completeness before formal quotation
Monitor comparison of estimated costs to actual costs
Research and promote continuous improvement in developing more efficient estimating methods

Requirements

4+ years of engineering, estimating, construction management, general management, or field engineering experience in the heavy civil field is required
HCSS Estimating software experience
Demonstrate the ability to either lead or be a part of a team for multiple projects and pursuits at any given time
Experience in the following software programs: Heavy Bid, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD (preferred)
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask
Must be detail-oriented, technically sound, and have good communication skills
Must be familiar with conceptual, detailed, and self-perform estimating
Field experience is preferred
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Alignment to our Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction and executes
Comfortable with prolonged periods of focused work, whether it's collaborating with colleagues, analyzing data, or developing strategies
Effective communication and sharp visual acuity for reviewing complex documents and performing detailed computer work
Expected to move actively throughout the office and travel occasionally to various locations, including dynamic construction sites, utilizing different modes of transportation
Ability to lift and move objects up to 10 pounds regularly, and up to 25 pounds on occasion
May be required to visit active construction sites
Expected to follow Atkinson's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations
Candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results
Requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines
Occasions where business needs require your attention, particularly for time-sensitive matters or emergencies
Expected to monitor and respond to communications (phone calls, emails, text messages) as required to address these situations effectively
Ability to manage these expectations and be responsive when critical issues arise is key to your success

Skills

HCSS Estimating software
Heavy Bid
Bluebeam
AutoCAD
Organizational skills
Time management skills
Multitasking
Detail-oriented
Technically sound
Communication skills
Conceptual estimating
Detailed estimating
Self-perform estimating
Reading construction drawings
Interpreting construction drawings
Reading specifications
Interpreting specifications

Location

Office
Construction sites

Work Type

Full-time
Onsite
Hybrid

Experience Level

4+ years of experience in the heavy civil field

Education Level

Undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management or related degree

Salary/Compensations

$90,000 to $150,000

Benefits

Bonus potential
Health benefits (medical and dental plans)
Paid time off (vacation, sick and holiday)
Retirement plan with both match and annual company contribution
Life insurance
Short and long term disability
Commuter benefits
Fitness reimbursement
Healthcare pre-tax spending plans
Dependent care pre-tax spending plans
Tuition reimbursement
Back-up daycare
Family support benefits
EAP
Work life assistance
Holiday contribution program

About the Company

Building our nation's infrastructure since 1926, Atkinson provides innovative design and construction solutions for heavy civil projects.
We are committed to safely delivering complex, quality projects while building long-lasting, collaborative relationships with our clients.

Equal Opportunity

Clark promotes a drug free workplace. A pre-employment drug “fitness for duty” screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly drug “fitness for duty” tests.