Estimating Assistant Jobs in Covington, GA (NOW HIRING)

Pittman Construction Company is currently seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Estimator to join our team. This will be a full time, salaried position. This role reports directly to our VP of Estimating and is based in-office in our Conyers, GA headquarters. This is not a remote position.

As a Heavy Civil Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing estimates and submitting bids for heavy civil roadway/ transportation projects. This role ensures accurate cost estimates, competitive bids, and compliance with company standards and client requirements. You will collaborate with project managers and executives to secure profitable work. You will deliver consistent, competitive, and accurate estimates through detailed bids and review all bid packages before being submitted. You are typically involved in multiple projects at a time. In addition to having responsibility for the technical success and execution of the bidding process, you are also responsible for maintaining relationships with department leaders and the leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Management:

• Develop and implement estimating procedures and best practices to improve accuracy and efficiency

Estimating and Bidding:

• Review Plans and Specifications to understand the scope of the work
• Analyze the project and prepare takeoffs, detailed estimate setup, subcontractor and vendor RFQs, and follow up on RFQs to ensure quotes are received
• Visit project sites to determine potential problems, verify quantities, and determine options for construction methodology
• Attend pre-bid meetings
• Use computer-based software to complete takeoffs, verify field measurements, and obtain information from the contract documents to accurately calculate information for estimates
• Assist in preparing Subcontracts and Purchase Orders
• Prepare project reports , business correspondence, and documents
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Assigned tasks are completed on time, in a professional and organized manner
• Positive company image is made with clients , potential clients, vendors, and subcontractors
• Good working relationships with internal staff, subcontractors, vendors, client representatives, etc., maintaining ethical standards

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret plans, specifications, and other contract documents
• Estimating techniques, cost control, and material pricing
• Understanding of Civil Engineering and Construction Principles
• Project Management principles, practices, and methods
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Estimating software knowledge and experience with HCSS Heavy Bid, AGTEK, Bluebeam, and Google Earth
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Experience in the State of Georgia (GDOT) is preferred

Qualifications

• Preferred formal education in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or similar
• Minimum 4 years of heavy civil estimating experience, with proven experience leading small to large scale DOT project bids ranging from $1 million or more: Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT0 experience highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles, construction methods, and DOT project requirements
• Strong command of HCSS Heavy Bid, AGTEK, Bluebeam, and Google Earth
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and accountable

Work Environment

• Office environment majority of the time
• Travel to project sites, as needed
• Handles the physical demands of the job, including standing, walking, kneeling, bending, crouching, pulling, pushing, climbing, and lifting at least 50 pounds
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be working near moving construction equipment
• Work in field equipment with exposure to dust and/ or fumes, inclement weather conditions, extreme heat and cold
• The noise level in the field environment can be loud
• Pittman Construction is a Drug Free work force and as an employee you will be subject to testing

This is a full time position. the competitive salary will be commensurate with experience and will be discussed further during the first interview, should you be chosen to move forward.

This job description may not list all actives, duties, and responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits:

• 401(K) and Employer Match
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Group Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Bonus Opportunity
• Profit Sharing Program

If this interests you please apply! Should your experience and qualifications align, we will reach out!

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pittman Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talents of its employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer/ Minorities/ Females/ Disabled/ Veterans

Where required by state law and/ or city ordinance: this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations is an essential function of this position