Aguirre Project Resources is hiring an experienced CivilEstimator for our team at the DFW International Airport. We invite applications estimators with ideally 7+ years experience working in the A/E/C industry with deference given to candidates with experience on airport projects. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Please do not apply for this role if you do not have solid experience estimating non-residential construction projects.
The estimator typically collaborates with a project team that is part of the owner organization, stakeholders, project management, and A/E to help leaders determine what they need to see a project through to completion. Their job is to perform mathematical calculations and get quotes from vendors to estimate the costs needed for labor and materials.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
Reads and interprets construction documents and specifications developed by Architects and Engineers (A/Es). From this and project information coordinated by the Chief Estimator and Estimating Manager, he or she develops an organizational scheme using Construction Specification Institute’s (CSI) divisional categories. Quantity takeoff (QTO) measurements of construction scope using scaled units of measure (UOM) that correlate to itemized pricing for labor, material, and construction equipment are organized by CSI. Utilizing construction site field experience, assess means and methods for a typical self-performing contractor to perform the work. The estimator requires proficiency in commercial QTO software such as Construct Connect Takeoff, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, and Bluebeam.
They may also be responsible for reevaluating project needs throughout the course of the project to adjust to environmental restraints or budget cuts. The estimator requires proficiency in commercial estimating software such as SuccessEstimator, Sage, CostOS, ICE, and others.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
The estimator will have proficiency in one (1) or more of the following construction areas:
- Civil/Site – clearing, earthwork, utilities, parking lots, roadways, site lighting
- Architectural – exterior and interior architectural elements of a facility that includes floors, walls, ceilings, windows, openings. specialties, furnishings, casework, a.s.o.
- Structural – Substructure, superstructure elements and exterior closure of a facility.
- Mechanical – HVAC, hydronics, plumbing, and controls for all fluid systems.
- Electrical – Power, Lighting, Distribution, and electrical related systems
Estimators use a variety of technical and soft skills to support the profitable operations or cost confidence and reliability for executives to make well-informed decisions including:
- Proficiency in mathematics, statistics and data analysis
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
- Familiarity with analyzing requirement data to develop material and cost estimates for large projects
- Working knowledge with analytic tools, such as spreadsheets and database managers
- Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional time management skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Do you now or will you in the future require Visa Sponsorship to work in the United States?
- Do you have experience estimating construction projects at airports/aviation programs?
Experience:
- Construction estimating: 8 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Irving, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person