Company: Barton Malow Company
Job Location: Southfield, MI
Position: Civil/Earthwork Estimator
REQ ID: 11138
POSITION SUMMARY
Barton Malow is seeking a Civil Estimator to work out of our office in Southfield, MI, in a hybrid capacity. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing detailed estimates for various project pursuits, attending pre-bid meetings, and performing site investigations. With a strong understanding of civil projects—including earthwork, utilities, and concrete structures, the Civil Estimator will communicate effectively with subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring accurate pricing and scope of work.
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare estimates for project pursuits, using hard-bid, design-build and conceptual estimating.
- Attend pre-bid meetings and perform site investigations to prepare estimate.
- Read and understand contract documents (plans, specifications & addenda).
- Perform detailed quantity take-offs and organizing the quantities with unit pricing in production of an estimate.
- Write detailed scopes of work for construction contracts to be implemented by Project Delivery.
- Solicit bids and quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
- Communicate effectively with subcontractors and suppliers to clarify pricing information.
- Prepare estimate formats in such areas as general conditions, general bidding, quantity takeoffs and bid analysis.
- Assist with the preparation of bid proposal for submittal.
- Prepare outline schedules and determine critical path for proposed projects.
- Assist staff members with various special projects related to preconstruction/estimating.
- Support project teams with budget development.
- Communicate and reinforce the company vision, values and goals.
- Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or trade specific professional experience.
- 4+ years’ experience in construction estimating.
- Knowledge of all types of civil projects, including earthwork, utilities, paving, and concrete structures.
- Experience in developing and implementing value engineering solutions to drive down project costs for the owner while maintaining a high level of construction quality.
- Working knowledge of trades: scope, time frames, field execution and potential risks/exposures.
- Demonstrated understanding and knowledge about estimating processes and delivery methods.