Senior Estimator, Highway Infrastructure

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

📋 Description

• Develop comprehensive and precise estimates for bids and proposals.

• Collect data from sites, suppliers, subcontractors, and operators.

• Collaborate with operators and conduct advanced analyses.

• Provide options to leadership for informed decision-making.

• Grasp the performance-based maintenance contracting business model along with project and program requirements.

• Identify key variables for cost and other estimates.

• Perform research on labor expenses, materials, production timelines, and associated data.

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

• Acquire and assess offers and quotes from subcontractors and vendors.

• Execute detailed risk assessments.

• Generate 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 with highway or structures asset maintenance is advantageous.

• Extensive knowledge of financial and project management principles.

• Thorough understanding and experience in research and data analysis techniques as well as estimation formulas.

• Proven advanced mathematical and IT capabilities 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 capability to handle sensitive and confidential company information responsibly.

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

• Excellent organizational abilities.

• Capacity to work independently, propose solutions, and respond constructively to feedback.

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

• Competence in presenting to executives.

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

• Must adhere to applicable federal and state regulatory guidelines, including the FCRA.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages.

• Employee engagement initiatives.

• Opportunities for career development.

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

• 401(K) retirement plan.

• Generous Paid Time Off.

• Career Development opportunities.