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Baldwin Paving is currently seeking an experienced VP - Heavy Civil Estimating to join our team. This will be a full-time, salaried position. This position reports directly to our CEO and is based in-office in our Marietta, GA headquarters. THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION. Occasional work from home is possible after a few months in the role, but you must be based locally in the Metro Atlanta, GA area or be willing to relocate.

As our VP - Heavy Civil Estimating, you will be responsible for leading the estimating department for heavy civil roadway/transportation projects, including GDOT, local Municipal, and related transportation infrastructure projects. This role ensures accurate cost estimates, competitive bids, and compliance with company standards and client requirements. You will train, develop, and manage a team of estimators, oversee bid strategies, and 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 managing relationships with heavy civil department leaders and the Leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Management:

• Lead, train, develop, and manage the estimating team - providing guidance, mentorship, and feedback
• Develop and implement estimating procedures and best practices to improve accuracy and efficiency
• Assign responsibilities for estimating team on each project

Estimating and Bidding:

• Review Plans and Specifications to understand the scope of 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.
• Host 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 schedules for estimates.
• Prepare 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.
• An understanding of Principles of Administration, Leadership, Supervision, and Training.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Estimating software knowledge and experience to include at least three years with B2W, AGTEK, BlueBeam, and Google Earth.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Experience in the State of Georgia is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or similar.
• Minimum 10 years of heavy civil estimating experience with at least 4 years in a leadership role, with proven experience leading mid- to large-scale DOT project bids of $30MM or more; Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) experience highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles, construction methods, and DOT project requirements.
• Strong command of B2W, AGTEK, BlueBeam, and Google Earth.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and accountable.

Work Environment

• Office environment majority of 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 a field environment with exposure to dust and/or fumes, inclement weather conditions, extreme heat, and cold.
• The noise level in the field environment can be loud.

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 activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• EAP
• Pet Insurance
• Referral Program
• Bonus Opportunity

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

Baldwin Paving Company, Inc. will not accept unsolicited resumes or inquiries from any source other than directly from a candidate who applies on our career site. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Baldwin Paving Company, Inc., including unsolicited resumes sent via any source from an Agency, will not be considered and are not subject to any fees for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

Baldwin Paving is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.