Senior Estimator Granite Construction Company Detroit Michigan
Overview
Senior Estimator leads development of accurate proposals and estimates for private and public sector works ensuring Granite remains a responsive bidder. Responsible for creating quality culture compliance with environmental policies and fostering teamwork. This role drives competitive bidding and builds strong client relationships.
What You'll Do11
- 1Comprehend and administer safety programs meeting incident goals while promoting safety participation
- 2Create quality culture recognizing operational impact and delivering pride-worthy services
- 3Analyze estimate data impacting labor materials equipment location costs for accurate timely bids
- 4Review drawings specifications and site conditions recording findings with field input
- 5Analyze alternative solutions to increase bid competitiveness
- 6Evaluate take-off quantities and apply advanced math for precise cost estimation
- 7Assess bidding risks analyze competition and present estimates during bid reviews
- 8Communicate estimate details to field operations at pre-construction meetings
- 9Develop business relationships to expand regional market opportunities
- 10Maintain bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field with 7+ years estimating experience
- 11Lead teams analyzing complex construction projects and providing technical guidance
Requirements11
- 15+ years building ETL pipelines with Spark and Airflow
- 24+ years estimating experience
- 3Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
- 4Physical demands include standing walking sitting using hands occasional lifting up to 50 pounds
- 5Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders
- 6Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
- 7Proficiency with MS Office suite and Primavera Scheduling software
- 8Advanced knowledge of civil engineering principles and construction practices
- 9Commitment to corporate safety initiatives and adherence to code of conduct
- 10Ability to operate heavy construction equipment safely
- 11Willingness to travel and work outside typical office settings
Salary Insight
$101 - $151k per year
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