Hanford is a construction company that specializes in all aspects of applied ecological restoration, including large scale (heavy civil) earthwork-based restoration. The Estimator is responsible for complete and accurate estimates for all contract types (local/state/federal agencies, private clients, and non-profit agencies). Secures and analyzes all project costs, including raw materials, labor, equipment and tooling to ensure estimates are accurate. Identifies and quantifies potential uncertainties to ensure costing models capture the full range of potential costs. Update costs as necessary based on addendum information and project scope changes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manage assigned projects from initial solicitation through to project team/field handoff.
Coordinate quantity take-offs and solicit subcontractors, materials, equipment and professional services in a timely manner.
Knowledge of Public Works bids including but not limited to prevailing wage rates, minority participation, and final proposal details.
Ensure all components of an estimate are included and document all evidence of costs.
Prepare conceptual cost estimates and studies from schematic or feasibility-level documentation.
Effectively collaborate and communicate with all project team members for estimate reviews (including production rates and sequencing), risk analysis, staffing needs, and project requirements.
Thoroughly review project specific permit documents from local, state, and federal permitting agencies when preparing an estimate. These permit condition cost impacts must be properly captured in all estimates, regardless of inclusion in the plans or specifications.
Support in client and vendor relationship building and growth.
Attend potential project job walks and site visits, often on unstable terrain and occasionally in inclement weather.
Provide creative and innovative approaches to solve solutions on a project-by-project basis.
Monitor job boards for potential projects.
Other responsibilities not addressed above may be required and as directed by management.
Required Skills
Excellent time management skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet multiple concurrent project deadlines.
Able to process all project information, take the initiative to gather additional information and provide a complete cost evaluation.
Able to make reliable predictions as it relates to cost and be comfortable estimating a wide range of scopes of work.
Able to understand heavy equipment utilization and how to obtain detailed production rates based on anticipated crews.
Able to read and understand construction drawings and specifications with emphasis on grading plans
A thorough understanding of civil construction estimating.
Knowledge of planting, seeding (including hydroseeding), irrigation, and plant maintenance.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills. Must be fluent in English.
Strong work ethic and a "can-do" attitude.
Education and/or Experience
Previous civil construction estimating (incl. working in/around environmentally sensitive habitats) desired
3-10 years of experience as a professional construction estimator preferably within our core markets
College degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering is a plus but not required
Computer Skills
Proficiency working with:
Microsoft Office Suite
Estimating database software (HCSS Heavy Bid highly desired)