Junior Estimator

Action Traffic Maintenance • Grand Blanc, MI

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About The Position

Action Traffic Maintenance, we are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Estimator to join our growing preconstruction team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to develop their estimating skills across a variety of highway, civil, and infrastructure project types. Working closely with senior estimators and project managers, the Junior Estimator will support the full bid lifecycle - from initial project review through final bid submission.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in construction management, Project Management, or Building Construction- Preferred
• 0-3 years of experience in a construction environment in an assistant, coordinator, technician-type role, or as a junior estimator, preferably within highway construction.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction operations and highway construction & Fence principles- Preferred
• At Action Traffic's discretion, may consider an alternative combination of formal education and work experience.
• Proficient skill in using office equipment and technology, including but not limited to: Microsoft Suite applications; Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Strong interpersonal skills, obtaining buy-in and reaching consensus through collaborative efforts.
• Customer-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to assess situations, solve problems, and work effectively under stress, within deadlines, and in emergencies.
• Employees are expected to have an understanding of how to read blueprints
• Respond to correspondence (phone, email, etc.) with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness
• Skill in assembling and analyzing data and preparing accurate reports.

Responsibilities

• Respond to correspondence (phone, email, etc.) with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.
• Review and analyze project plans, specifications, and bid documents for our Fence & Cable Barrier division, but could also include Guardrail, Traffic Control, Sign Installation, and Drilled Shaft Foundations
• Assist in preparing detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates
• Develop and distribute invitations to bid (ITBs) to subcontractors and suppliers
• Contact and follow up with subcontractors and vendors to ensure adequate bid coverage
• Assist in preparing scope sheets and bid summaries
• Support the estimating team on bid day - compiling and reviewing proposals prior to submission
• Attend pre-bid meetings and project site walks as needed
• Maintain organized bid files and documentation throughout the estimating process
• Assist with project handoff to the project management team upon award
• Collaborate with leadership to continuously improve estimating accuracy and processes
• Work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment to plan and coordinate all aspects of the project, including the ability to adjust quickly to complete a project according to the contract.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree