Job Description

Senior Construction Estimator
Savannah, GA

Compensation:

$125K-$140K/yr (based on experience)

Be part of an elite, employee focused, company that provides superior utilities and site development services. Be appreciated for the skills and experience you have! Our employees are more than a number. We are dedicated to building lasting futures for our company, our customers, and our country.

You are more than a number, its time to be treated like it. We are tight knit team that has fun, empowers our team, and allows our employees the opportunity for upward, career progression in this growing company.

Job Summary: Barnett Southern Corporation is seeking a talented, proven Civil Site Senior Construction Estimator for our growing office located in Washington or Savannah, Georgia. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepares full-service cost estimates for site development construction projects.
• Focuses on civil site clearing, earthwork, underground utilities, and drainage.
• Evaluates project specific requirements by studying plans and specifications.
• Details quantity take-offs.
• Scope clarification and value engineering.
• Attend pre-bid meetings.
• Complete construction risk analysis through site visits and scope understanding.
• Obtain and review quotes from subcontractors and vendors.
• Write up and present budgets, reports, and project plans.
• Work closely with in-house project management and operations to achieve project buy-in.
• Attend internal meetings with Project Managers and staff.
• Navigate and understand construction standards and specifications.
• Embrace the company’s culture of safety.
• Strong focus on vendor and customer relations.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Experience using HCSS HeavyBid and HeavyJob preferred.
• Experience using AGTEK Earthworks and Roadway preferred.
• Experience using typical Microsoft programs i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook
• Strong math skills including geometry and basic arithmetic.
• Ability to navigate specifications and plans.
• Proficiency in demonstrating proposals and projects.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments at once.
• Knowledge of latest state and local standards and specifications
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Embrace training opportunities.
• Travel can be required and is primarily local.

Education and Experience:

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, mathematics, architecture, or a similar field is encouraged but not required.
• Minimum seven (7) plus years’ proven experience estimating site and utility development projects.
• Experience bidding both private and public work
• US work authorization

• Valid driver’s license

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.
• Must be able to visually inspect machines.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment:

• Construction Site.
• Office.
• Outside.

Benefits:

• Holidays
• Vacation
• 401K
• Insurance
• Eligible for semiannual profit share