Estimator (Ames Federal) - Ames Construction

Ames Construction has built America for more than 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining and rail. Ames is a family-owned company that retains its entrepreneurial spirit while offering the experience and stability of a proven construction industry leader. Equipped with our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we make communities across the U.S. safer, keep supply chains moving, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. By joining Ames, you will be working with talented colleagues at an award-winning, nationally recognized top 75 general contractor.

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The Estimator is responsible for development of comprehensive construction estimates for Heavy Civil Federal Projects, including, but not limited to: quantity takeoffs, subcontractor and supplier solicitation, production and crew analysis, technical and commercial proposal development, and project scheduling.

Essential Functions

• Analysis of plans, specifications, and other related engineering documents.
• Computer-aided preparation of quantity take-offs, verification of site conditions, review of construction methods and equipment utilization.
• Responsible for timely, thorough and accurate take offs.
• Assist in preparing bid documents and developing construction schedules.
• Provide and compute production-based costs.
• Assist in preparing quality proposals for Ames Federal pursuits.
• Attending pre-bid site visits and investigations.
• Provide support and transition for successful projects to Operations.
• Instill Safety as a top priority.
• Ensure compliance with CMMC, FAR, and Accounting Standards in all Federal efforts.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years’ experience in highway heavy construction
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work in a team environment and be self-motivated.
• Possess a positive attitude and excellent motivations skills
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to interface with owner representatives, engineering firms, subcontractors, other team members and senior management.
• Competent in the use of computer software applications including HCSS or similar estimating programs, Agtek or similar earthwork programs, Bluebeam, Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge in Primavera.
• Strong communication skills both written and oral.
• Time management, multitasking, and prioritization.

Working Conditions

• Location – This position will work out of the interim Ames Federal Office near Salt Lake City, UT.  Final location of the Ames Federal office to be determined.  
• Travel – This role will be expected to travel to project locations and regional offices, as necessary.
• Office environment – extensive sitting at desk and computer; some standing, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching required; ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally.   /   Construction site environment – physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb.  Exposed to high noise levels. 

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Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.