BLAKESLEE ARPAIA CHAPMAN, INC.

CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR

This position is responsible for developing accurate and timely proposals and estimates for both private and public projects ranging from $100k to $25 million in Heavy, Utility and Marine construction.

• Analyze and compile estimate data that impact the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location and other factors to ensure a high quality and timely estimate.
• Review drawings and specifications and proposed project site conditions; record findings and solicit input from field operations to include in final project estimate.
• Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase competitiveness of the bid.
• Ensure all working documents and data are maintained to back-up estimate figures.
• Participates in activities to support the company’s strategic planning efforts.
• Review proposal specifications and drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work, required proposal/bid deliverables, ascertain potential risks, follow-up for in-house operations plans, etc. for estimates and bids.
• Provide conceptual, schematic and final estimates.
• Develop and maintain business relationships to increase bid opportunities in the local market.
• Communicate estimate bid information to field operations at pre-construction meetings to ensure understanding of scope of job.
• Review “take-off” quantities to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.
• Generate RFIs to clarify bid documents.
• Present estimate and participate in bid reviews with senior management to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience.
• 3+ years as a Superintendent, Project Manager or similar.
• 5+ years full time estimating experience
• 10+ years total experience
• Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• MS Project Scheduling software.
• Advanced knowledge of Estimating software HCSS HeavyBid.
• Advanced knowledge of construction principles
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Branford, CT 06405: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Construction estimating (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

To apply, send resume to: jramos@bac-inc.com