Job DescriptionThe Paving Estimator position is responsible for the preparation of estimates Paving and Asphalt paving for site improvements for state jobs, private jobs, county jobs, commercial buildings, apartment, and subdivision projects. This position will work closelywith Project Owners, Vendors, Subcontractors, Project Managers, and finance. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a requirement of this position as well as meticulous attention to detail.Responsibilities & Duties:
- Work the entire life cycle of a bid from bidinvitation to finalizing bid proposal for submission to
- Analyze and review construction documents: plans, addendums, and Identify scope of work and perform quantity takeoffs of site, civil, and underground utility
- Conduct project site visits and attend pre-bid site meetings during bidding process to learn scope of work and understand site conditions/restrictions.
- Solicit and review proposals from material vendors and subcontractors to ensure accuracy, evaluate responses, scope compliance, and make recommendations with regards to the overall project estimate and bid
- Ensure estimates are complete, well organized, and ready for review
- Develop preliminary construction schedules based on the project information provided in the plans and
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintain a highly organized work area, meet critical deadlines, prioritize daily activities, and
- Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills with a strong attention to
- Works hands on and independently, as well as part of the estimating/project management
- Working knowledge of construction assemblies and all project phases.
- Ability to identify constructability issues through the estimating
- Ability to assess site exposures/construction risks and appropriately analyze cost and reflect these in an
- Ability to produce accurate estimates from conceptual and schematic
- Ability to produce detailed, final contract
- Ability to read, write and communicate
- Responsible for a safe work environment for themselves and co-workers daily
- Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for a safe working environment. Report any problems to the AOM, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
- Communicates daily with customer to ensure project is complete within timeline.
- Responsible for managing personnel as well as scheduling and monitoring time worked for estimating purposes
- Ensures that quality control standards are met.
- Responsible for ensuring daily maintenance and service on plant is completed schedules major repairs.
- Perform general laboring duties when necessary.
- Coordinate to ensure permits and licensing are obtained for job sites.
- Ensures that field measurements, core samples, density, tonnage, and labor are consistent with the job site bids.
- Coordinate weekly and yearly budget forecasting
- Liaison between contractors and employer
- Responsible for reviewing/securing bonds
- Facilitate meetings as needed with the state or county officials.
- Communicate with supervisors regarding processes, delays, or workload based on priority.
- Other duties as assigned per supervisor.
Job Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years in age or older.
- Must have a current and valid driver's license.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a requirement of this position as well as meticulous attention to detail
- 5 years of experience working for Site Constructor bidding on primarily private site improvement projects
- Bachelor s Degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or related field experience
- Working knowledge of construction assemblies and all project phases
- Experience in identify value-engineering
- Ability to identify constructability issues through the estimating
- Ability to assess site exposures/construction risks and appropriately analyze cost and reflect these in an
- Ability to produce accurate estimates from conceptual and schematic
- Ability to produce detailed, final contract
- Ability to read, write and communicate
- Experience with SAP preferred
- Must be highly self-motivated, persistent ad able to cope with requirements of a fast paced environment
- Proven ability to develop & maintain long-term business relationships
- Strong computer skills in Word and Excel; highly self-motivated, persistent and able to cope with the requirements of a fast paced work environment
- Have a balanced combination of strong leadership and facilitation skills, dedication to client service, effective project management, and proven talents in strategic thinking
- Positive and proactive attitude with ability to address issues and implement solutions
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Fluency in oral and written English
Benefits:
- Group medical/pharmacy insurance options with company funded health care spending accounts
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- A 401k account with company contribution and matching contribution
- A robust Wellness program with financial rewards
- Company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Options to purchase additional life insurance (employee, spouse, and child) and additional employee long-term disability insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid holidays and paid vacation time
- Tuition benefits including professional certifications
- Employee referral program
About the TeamWith over 100 years of experience, Owensboro, KY has been home to Yager Materials. During this time, Yager has grown to become a premiere producer and service provider within the community and the various yards supplied along the Ohio River. In 2019, Yager Materials merged with Carmeuse Lime & Stone to leverage each company's strengths to provide our customers with the superior construction services and further diversify our construction portfolio. Construction Services - Yager has the experience, equipment, and innovative technology to handle all of your construction needs, as small as renting a vehicle to constructing highways for the public and private sector. Asphalt - Offering environmentally friendly asphalt paving service using hot and warm mix technologies and offering high recycle capabilities. Aggregate - A leading supplier of construction stone, derrick stone, rip-rap, decorative stone, gravel and sand. Ready-Mix Concrete - Foremost concrete provider in Western Kentucky, supplying concrete for commercial, residential, and public projects. Marine - Utilizing our state of the art facility, we build and repair traditional and specialized barges. Yager Materials is dedicated to maintaining a workplace that fosters equal opportunity and creates a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity. If you require particular assistance with any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you can submit your request by sending an email to ...@carmeuse.com. This option is reserved for people requiring adaptation due to a disability. The information received will be processed by Carmeuse and then directed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure the proper consideration of the application or hiring process.