Estimator
Company: Ballard Marine Construction
Location: Riverview
Posted on: January 18, 2023
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Job Description:
WHY JOIN BALLARD MARINE CONSTRUCTION?Ballard Marine Construction
is a specialty marine and underwater contractor based in Washougal,
WA, with regional offices and projects throughout North America.Why
join Ballard? It's simple. You get to work on amazing technical
projects with likeminded team members. The Ballard culture is
second to none, and because of that we are incredibly protective
and particular on who we invite onto the team. We have a unique
culture of true excellence; we hold each other accountable from our
newest interns and engineers to our most senior leaders. You will
always go to work knowing that everyone you are working with cares
as much as you do and is working hard to reach common goals. You
will get out of it what you put into it. Ballard is an amazing
place to work and if what we've said resonates with you, you just
might be right for us!Job Summary:Under the direction of the Vice
President of Regional Operations and working with the Chief
Estimator, the Estimator is responsible for collaborating on bid
and proposal preparation, negotiating contracts with clients, and
working closely with design teams. This individual will work
closely with owners, engineers, and general contractors to provide
value engineering solutions across heavy civil, marine, and
underwater disciplines. This position will be expected to provide
guidance and training to other estimating personnel in the
company's estimating systems and procedures.This position will
travel up to 25% and when not traveling will be based out of one of
our Regional offices.Ideal Candidate:Core Attributes:Grit and
Resiliency We dig deep to figure out how to make things happen no
matter how impossible it seems. We never give up. We take on
challenges that nobody else can; or will.Comradery and
Inspirational We are a hard-working team of likeminded individuals
working toward a common goal. We regularly celebrate wins and like
to have fun whether at work or at play. We come together each day
looking for ways to instill life and energy into the world around
us.Driven and Competitive We love competition. We love to win and
love to learn when we lose. Not getting the job done is not an
option. We are obsessed to do our best and we do what it takes to
win.Trustworthy and Respectful We are passionate about honesty,
authenticity and transparency. No lies. No drama. No politics. We
value constructive conflict and ensure that even in conflict we
treat others with respect.Ownership and Accountability When
something goes wrong, we first "look in the mirror" before we "look
out the window". We ask "what could I have done differently?" and
then we share lessons learned. Regularly challenging ourselves and
those around us to be better is a way of life. "Me first" belongs
here.Education:Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management,
Construction Engineering Management, Civil Engineering, or related
fieldExperience:Experience working in heavy civil/marine
construction with at least three years of estimating
experienceHeavyBid experience a plusExperience in estimating
projects with values up to $50 millionExperience working on Joint
Venture pursuits a plusExperience working on Early Contractor
Involvement (ECI) contract projects a plusSkills:Working knowledge
of standard marine construction practicesStrong computer skills
including experience with Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, P6,
and AutoCADStrong technical writing skills and ability to
contribute to proposal preparationExcellent interpersonal
communication skillsAbility to work independently. Excellent
organizational and time management skillsAbility to work in a
fast-paced environment while satisfying customer needs and
maintaining effective working relationships.Ability to proactively
identify issues and offer solutionsAbility to work achieve required
deadlinesResponsibilities:Formulates and leads project
estimates/proposals to ensure a quality, accurate and timely
submission. This includes working closely with current team of
estimators and project managers to provide turnkey cost
estimates.Develops project work plans, schedules, and
submittals.Leads bid kick-off and board review meetings.Performs
material take-offs, organizes pre-bid data, researches past costs,
and develops construction sequence.Coordinates and cultivates
strong business relationships with vendors and
sub-contractors.Performs site visits and investigations as
needed.Produces pre-bid construction schedules.Attends pre-job job
meetings.Conducts constructability studies.Presents estimate
quantities, rationale, and scheme to management during bid
reviews.Organizes and conducts handoff of project to operations if
project awarded.Attends and is an active participant in weekly job
progress meetings with operations, accounting, and field
staff.Leads project hand-off meetings with key operational
staff.Identifies project risks and potential contingencies.Reviews
proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and
contents of estimate.Perform additional assignments per
Management's direction.Supervisory Responsibilities:None
currentlyPhysical Demands / Working Environment:Prolonged periods
sitting at a desk and working on a computerWorking outdoors in
various temperatures and conditionsWears various PPE (respirators,
fall protection, etc.)Will travel on land, water, and aircraftWill
sit and stand for several hours at a timeLifting, climbing,
pulling, pushing, squatting for various periods of
timeBenefits:Ballard offers a comprehensive benefits package and
provides a culture that values opportunity for growth, development,
and internal promotion. Benefits include employer paid medical,
dental, vision, and life insurance, PTO, 401K Plan with employer
match, paid holidays, and so much more!!EEO Statement:Ballard
Marine Construction, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative
Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran
status. A reasonable accommodation will be considered for qualified
individuals with a disability if it does not create an undue
hardship for the Company, consistent with the ADA as
amended.Required SkillsRequired Experience
Keywords: Ballard Marine Construction, Tampa , Estimator, Other , Riverview, Florida
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