
Construction Estimator - Williamsburg
- Williamsburg, VA
- Permanent
- Full-time
Reports to: Chief EstimatorMajor Role and Purpose:
- Provide construction cost estimates for complete site construction projects.
- Foster and maintain relationships with contractors, developers, vendors, and subcontractors.
- Locate, procure, and prioritize bidding opportunities.
- Visit construction sites to assess site conditions and project feasibility.
- Analyze project requirements to identify potential risks and cost-saving opportunities.
- Review and interpret project plans and specifications to develop and maintain accurate cost estimates for construction projects.
- Maintain and update a database of cost information for various construction materials, labor, and equipment.
- Evaluate subcontract bids.
- Bid preparation and costing.
- Contract negotiation and review.
- Participate in project meetings to offer insights and recommendations on cost related items.
- Facilitate work efficiency to maintain profit goals.
- Perform other tasks assigned or deemed necessary.
- Bachelor’s degree in building construction or relevant field, or comparable combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 3 years of construction estimating or civil construction supervisory experience.
- Effective organizational, management and writing skills.
- Proficiency in construction estimating software – HCSS HeavyBid a plus.
- Knowledge in VDOT specifications preferred.
- Understanding construction industry practices, plans and specifications.
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Job requires the following motions: driving, standing, sitting, squatting, reaching, pulling/pushing, and lifting.
- May be required to drive.
Branscome is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of this Company to assure that
applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard
to their race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and any other characteristic protected by
law. Such action shall include: employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or
recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation;
and selection for training, including apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, and/or on-the-job
training.
Branscome is in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations and ensure
equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Branscome will provide reasonable
accommodation to all applicants who require assistance completing the online application
process. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to
complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or
use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, please email
HR@branscome.com for assistance.
We are committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or
disabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more: and .Branscome EEO Statement
Branscome is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of this Company to assure that
applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard
to their race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and any other characteristic protected by
law. Such action shall include: employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or
recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation;
and selection for training, including apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, and/or on-the-job
training.
Branscome is in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations and ensure
equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Branscome will provide reasonable
accommodation to all applicants who require assistance completing the online application
process. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to
complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or
use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, please email
HR@branscome.com for assistance.
We are committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or
disabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more: and .Powered by JazzHR