Job Description

Senior Estimator - Civil Construction (Industrial)
Louisville, KY, United States of America

Overview

Kelley Construction is a multi-faceted commercial and industrial general contractor licensed to perform work in many states across the United States. We offer a wealth of technical expertise in all areas of commercial construction including: restaurants, medical facilities, warehousing, fast food chains, large design-build expansions and general office renovation. We also have broad experience in industrial construction, from liquid storage and containment and petroleum related construction to pre-engineered metal buildings and concrete construction.

Job Skills / Requirements

POSITION SUMMARY:  Responsible for developing detailed estimates, proposals, and schedules on energy infrastructure projects with a heavy focus on civil scopes.

JOB DUTIES:

  • Estimate labor and equipment needs, perform thorough and accurate material takeoffs, and solicit for self-performed civil activities.
  • Implement bid strategies, perform risk analysis, and develop bid alternatives/value engineered solutions.
  • Solicit, analyze, and qualify subcontractors on general contracted scopes while identifying and eliminating scope gaps.
  • Prepare bid submission documents including proposal letters, bid breakdowns, work execution plans, and schedules.
  • Breakdown work scopes into individual activities and determine resource needs.
  • Perform detailed concrete takeoff (rebar, formwork) on flatwork and foundations.
  • Read and understand project scopes, specifications, geotechnical reports, and drawings.
  • Perform basic risk analysis and implement bid strategies that protect the company’s best interest.
  • Implement process improvements to increase efficiency through better work practices pertaining to estimating.
  • Electronically categorize and store information in an organized manner.
  • Travel and attend training, pre-bid, and post-bid meetings as needed.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Attributes:

  • Self Sufficient
  • Perform under pressure
  • Flourish in a rapid pace environment
  • Collaborate well with others
  • Adaptable to change
  • Acute attention to detail

Skills:

  • Inherent analytical decision making process
  • Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally
  • Utilize company tools such as estimating, customer relationship management (CRM) program, earthwork takeoff, and scheduling software
  • Problem solver
  • Ability to work effectively with a remote team
  • Possess sound organizational and time management
  • Proficient with technology (see programs outlined below)
  • Programs/Tools (required):
    • HCSS HeavyBid (Estimating Software)
    • MS Teams & Outlook (Communication)
    • MS Project or P6 (Scheduling)
    • MS Office Suite (Core tools)
  • Programs/Tools (preferred):
    • Cosential (CRM)
    • WinEx (Sitework takeoff)
    • Revu (PDF)
    • Building Connected (Solicitation)
    • Procore (Job Management)

Additional Information / Benefits

Kelley Construction, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the Company is committed to basing employment decisions on merit, qualifications and abilities. Kelley Construction, Inc., does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran's status, or any other characteristics protected by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignments, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan


This job reports to the Estimating Manager

This is a Full-Time position 1st Shift.

Number of Openings for this position: 1