Senior Estimator - Marine Construction

The Senior Estimator is responsible for gathering details and compiling data to estimate all production costs according to bid documents.

Weeks Marine's vast reach and deep expertise, combined with the sheer size and diversity of its equipment fleet, enables the company to serve as a one-stop shop for clients in both the private and governmental sectors, providing exceptional customer service, environmental sensitivity, operational efficiency, and a long-standing commitment to safety. Weeks Marine is headquartered in Cranford, New Jersey, and manages a network of regional offices in Louisiana, Texas, Hawaii, Guam, Ontario, and Nova Scotia.

This position will be located in Weeks Construction Houston, TX office.

Analyze plans and specifications

Perform site visit(s) and meets with owners and designers if required

Prepare take-offs

Prepare budgetary estimates

Establishes means and methods of construction and performs engineering analyses to support means and methods

Prepare costs analysis for certain or all portions of the projects

Solicit quotes from subcontractors and vendors

Prepare construction schedule and perform cash-flow analyses

Close out bids and assist in preparation of supporting documentation

From time to time, visits projects, and prepares cost analyses

10+ years of experience in Heavy Civil Marine Construction with at least 3 years in estimating preferred

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Technology/Management required

Proficient skills in standard computer software packages

Supervisory experience preferred

This position requires fluent use of the verbal and written English language

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• 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.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.