Senior Estimator, Highway Infrastructure

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Assist DCS Asset Maintenance in enhancing performance-based maintenance contracting for roadways and bridges.

• Create precise and comprehensive estimates for bids and proposals.

• Collect information from various sites, suppliers, subcontractors, and operators.

• Collaborate with operators and conduct advanced analyses.

• Offer options to leadership for informed decision-making.

• Comprehend the performance-based maintenance contracting business model and project/program requirements.

• Identify key variables for cost and other estimations.

• Conduct research on labor costs, materials, production timelines, and relevant data.

• Utilize software for data analysis, modeling, forecasting, and budgeting tasks.

• Obtain and assess bids and quotes from subcontractors and vendors.

• Execute detailed risk assessments.

• Prepare and submit estimate reports and/or bids to project managers and company leadership.

• Cultivate relationships with vendors, subcontractors, suppliers, and engineers.

• Present bids to Company Leadership during gate reviews.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience as an estimator or in a similar role.

• Experience in highway or structures asset maintenance is advantageous.

• Profound understanding of financial and project management principles.

• Extensive knowledge and experience in research and data analysis methods, as well as estimation formulas.

• Proven advanced mathematical and IT skills with a strong analytical mindset.

• Expert-level proficiency in relevant software (Excel, Power BI, etc.).

• Familiarity with the appropriate use and application of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

• Exceptional and proven communication and negotiation skills.

• High integrity with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential company information responsibly.

• Capability to produce thorough, reliable, and actionable work products.

• Strong organizational abilities.

• Self-directed with the ability to propose solutions and respond effectively to constructive feedback.

• Must be available to work non-standard hours during peak activity periods.

• Proficiency in presenting to executives.

• Candidates may undergo pre-employment screenings, including criminal background checks, pre-employment, post-accident and reasonable impairment drug screenings, and motor vehicle record checks.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages.

• Engaging employee events.

• Opportunities for career development.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan.

• 401(K) plan.

• Generous Paid Time Off.

• Career advancement opportunities.