Extraordinary commitment runs deep at Zachry. Here, dedicated men and women have the opportunity to work on challenging projects alongside those who value innovation and support team efforts in all our endeavors. We take care of our team members as family, within a culture of service where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do. Our core values are at the center of every decision we make:

　　Every Person Matters®

　　Together We Can Do Great Things®

　　This Is More Than a Job®

　　Job Summary  

　　The Estimator is responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of projects to be bid. He or she prepares bids, selects vendors/subcontractors, and estimates self-perform crew compositions and production rates. He or she performs quantity take-offs using a complete and detailed understanding of the project scope.

　　Essential Functions

　　Quantify project components assigned by the lead estimator

　　Perform earthwork and underground (stormwater and wet utility) takeoffs and pricing for heavy civil projects

　　Evaluate and prepare self-perform and subcontract cost estimates of assigned discipline items

　　Visit project to understand site conditions/restrictions

　　Work with other estimating team members to build the estimate, then price assigned items in Hard Dollar

　　Review plans and specifications

　　Provide accurate take-offs

　　Analyze and enter quotes into Hard Dollar

　　Handle solicitation of subcontractors and vendors for their discipline of work

　　Assist with meeting DBE participation goals through vendor and subcontractor solicitations

　　Establish relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and specialty services

　　This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this position. The job summary is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position.

　　Required Skills & Experience

　　1-5 years of experience as an Estimator working on earthwork, grading or underground projects

　　Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or similar discipline is preferred

　　Field operations experience is strongly preferred

　　Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented

　　Strong working knowledge of Microsoft programs such as Excel and Word

　　Excellent verbal and written communication skills

　　Additional working knowledge preferred but not required: Hard Dollar, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, MicroStation, Agtek, and HCSS (Heavy Bid)

　　Flexibility with relocation for assigned projects

　　Benefits and EOE

　　Zachry offers an industry-leading benefits package for our employees and their families.

　　Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance

　　401k, Paid leave, and Bonus Program

　　Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance

　　Employee assistance program

　　For additional company information, please visit www.zachrycorp.com

　　Zachry Construction Corporation performs heavy civil and building work throughout the United States and relocation is sometimes required for continuous employment opportunities.

　　We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

　　Notice to Staffing Agencies

　　Zachry Construction Corporation and its subsidiaries (Zachry) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zachry, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zachry mailing address or email address, directly to Zachry employees, or to Zachry’s resume database will be considered Zachry property. Zachry will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Zachry will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Zachry’s recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Zachry will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Zachry’s Human Resources Representative or his/her designee. No other Zachry employee is authorized to bind Zachry to any agreement regarding placement of candidates by Agency.