Environmental Civil Estimator – Contaminated Sites

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Job Description

Cape Environmental Management Inc (CAPE) is looking for a dynamic, team-based individual to fill the position of Estimator in support of our Operations and Sales Teams. Seeking individual who is detail oriented; thorough in approach; well organized; customer service oriented; knowledgeable and experienced in the development and reviewing of request for proposal (RFP) packages (including statements of work, specifications, plans, etc.) to develop accurate cost estimates for CAPE in the federal environmental remediation markets. Ideal candidate will possess significant field experience working, preparing competitive and innovative estimates in the federal market related to civil infrastructure and environmental remediation, where work is largely self-performed.

For 40 years, CAPE has delivered construction and environmental remediation solutions to governmental and private organizations nationwide. As a $100 M small business, we have Nationwide contracts with the USACE, USN and USAF totaling over $12 B in prime contract capacity. Our $12 B portfolio also includes unrestricted contracts where we compete successfully against large businesses for task order awards. We routinely partner with other small and large businesses to provide better responsiveness in support of achieving our clients goals.

Our projects are high-profile environmental remediation projects involving cleanup of contaminated soil, groundwater, and sediment. The culture of our company is one of working together to achieve our clients objectives, company goals and employee's professional goals and is succinctly and accurately defined as "We, Not Me" behavior. To ensure long-term, sustainable growth, we tailor our 3-year vision to be ahead of our industry in delivering our projects, align with our clients and team partners to improve our existing market share and develop new services to support smart growth.

SALARY: Base salary for qualified candidates, with a minimum of 5 years of required experience, up to $140,000.00 per year.

TRAVEL: Travel is required for this position to attend site visits for potential proposals as well as attending site visits following award of successful proposals.

OFFICE LOCATION: This is a work from home position for qualified candidates.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING TRAITS, SKILLS:

Must be extremely proficient in the use of MS Excel; experience in the use of HCSS Heavy Bid is highly desired. Experience with construction take-off programs such as Blue Beam or Plan Swift is also desirable. Experience or willingness to learn AI programs to assist with RFQ development to perspective subcontractors, along with other uses to assist with the estimating process. Must be experienced in the development of project schedules using Primavera or MS Project. Must be able to review and evaluate drawings, specifications, and other deliverables to ascertain the necessary take-offs. Must have broad knowledge of estimating resources that provide information on construction equipment capabilities, labor production rates, and material specifications and prices. Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment, meet regular deadlines, continually adjust to changing deadlines, and remain client focused. Experience with preparing estimates for federal government is highly desirable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position will be responsible for the development of detailed cost estimates for government environmental remediation, building and civil infrastructure projects. These cost estimates will primarily be associated with environmental remediation projects which include but are not limited to civil construction, building construction, environmental systems and other infrastructure. Required functions of this position include thorough review of RFP and supporting documents; attendance at pre-bid meetings and/or site visits; participation in internal strategy meetings to develop competitive technical and construction approaches; development of a detailed basis of estimate; completion of detailed quantity take-offs; solicitation of quotes for material, equipment, and subcontractors; calculation of production rates and associated sizing of needed labor, equipment, and material needs; leading bid review meetings; and preparation of cost estimating documentation.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Bachelors degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering highly desired

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:

Five (5) years of field experience on environmental remediation or civil construction projects serving in the role of Field Engineer or Site Supervisor.

Five (5) years of direct experience in an estimating role supporting Environmental Remediation, Infrastructure and Civil Construction projects preparing Fixed Price and Cost Reimbursable Proposals; or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

CAPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants to apply to our open positions.

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