Estimator

Join Rieth-Riley and Pave the Road to Success! Rieth-Riley is a team of motivated, highly qualified individuals who are committed to the success of every project. The employee owners at Rieth-Riley remain dedicated to moving forward. It's the way we think, the way we act — the way we approach every asphalt, concrete, bridge, and all construction projects. We are a 100% employee-owned company. We truly think like owners and take personal pride and care in every project we construct. We offer competitive wages and an excellent fringe benefit package.

Summary Prepares cost estimates for a variety of private and public projects with scopes of work including earthwork, concrete, and asphalt paving. For assigned projects, oversees all administrative and technical aspects of the bidding process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Analyze contract documents, plans, specifications, and project scopes to develop accurate bids and estimates.
• Collaborate with area management to determine project bidding strategies.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct site visits to evaluate project requirements.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations to ensure complete scope coverage.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, resource allocations, and productivity assessments for self-performed work.
• Identify and recommend value engineering opportunities and alternative solutions to improve competitiveness.
• Develop, prepare, and submit bid proposals.
• Negotiate and secure contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders.
• Monitor daily job costs and performance, utilizing lessons learned to improve future estimating accuracy.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships while ensuring high levels of client satisfaction

Key Competencies

• Integrity and ethical conduct
• Team ability – prioritizing team success
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Strong initiative and ability to work independently

Preferred Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• Three (3) or more years of experience in related field
• Experience with cost estimating/budgeting
• Viewpoint, Bluebeam, and HCSS HeavyBid (or equivalent bidding software) experience a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer – It is the policy of Rieth-Riley to assure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, citizen status, and/or any other applicable legally-recognized protected class under local, state, or federal law. Individuals with disabilities that require reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process should contact Rieth-Riley’s Human Resources Department by phone 574-875-5183 or by email [email protected] .