Project Estimator / Manager

Overview

Since our founding, Laisar has contributed to the revitalization and development of communities by using data to help organizations understand the social, economic and environmental benefits of actively engaging with the surrounding communities in which they operate. We help clients tell data-driven compelling stories about their socioeconomic impact, gain new insights into their organization, update their business diversity strategy, and actively comply with government and corporate requirements for supplier diversity.

Job Summary

We are looking for a Project Estimator/Manager specialized in quantity takeoff to serve as Project manager with civil engineering, scheduling, and estimating experience, and a member of our Project Team for a construction project in the Baltimore area. The project field office will be located in Hanover, MD. The successful candidate will support our current Estimating Team in preparing and negotiating a Lump Sum estimate for the Project.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and interpret Contract Documents (RFP, specifications, etc.).
• Perform all tasks related to quantity takeoff and pricing of design-build projects in the infrastructure market.
• Coordinate with estimators and engineers/designers to provide constructability input and value engineering for preliminary project plans.
• Participate in Task Force Meetings, brainstorms, and working sessions with estimators and engineers/designers.
• Identify, quantify, and communicate Risk throughout the estimating process.
• Performing site visits and investigations as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related degree preferred.
• Broad knowledge and ability to understand project scheduling, cost control, specifications, and engineering drawings.
• 5+ yrs of construction/engineering experience, specifically with heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of construction methods, costs and techniques.
• Knowledge of construction safety and current federal & OSHA Requirements.
• Experience with CADD and 3D Modeling software preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office products (e.g. Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Possess strong mathematical and computer skills.
• Must be able to meet deadlines.
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Candidates must possess a strong work ethic.
• Work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Must be willing to travel as the job requires.

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Commitment to safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Qualifications

• Civil engineering experience
• Scheduling experience
• Estimating experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Project scheduling: 5 years (Required)
• Project engineering: 5 years (Preferred)
• Civil engineering: 5 years (Required)
• Construction estimating: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Hanover, MD 21076 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hanover, MD 21076: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person