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Form of workKnik Construction Co., Inc. is one of the largest and most geographically diverse civil and heavy construction companies in the state of Alaska. We work with DOT Agencies, FAA-regulated airports, boroughs, and privately owned contractors who trust us to ensure jobs run smoothly. An extensive fleet of equipment allows us to work anywhere in Alaska and beyond that is accessible by air, land, and sea on projects of all sizes. As the premier civil and heavy construction company in Alaska, we lead transportation construction and maintenance while producing almost all of our products.
Knik Construction is seeking a full-time Estimator/Assistant Contract Administrator; prior experience in the Alaska heavy civil construction market is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare cost estimates for construction projects by analyzing project drawings, specifications, and Request for Proposals.
- Assistance with written proposals- Strong technical writing skills preferred
- Travel to view projects that are bidding.
- Submit timely questions for clarification during the construction bid process.
- Attend construction pre-bid meetings.
- Prepare qualified construction subcontractor lists.
- Prepare and/or assist in the preparation and administration of Subcontract Agreements.
- Solicit bids from a comprehensive set of construction subcontractors and suppliers.
- Confirm the scope of work and bid proposals for completeness and accuracy.
- Assist with change order pricing.
- Stay current with estimating methods and knowledge.
- Assist with submittal approvals to Project Owners.
- Assist with the procurement of materials for multiple projects as needed.
- Assist with coordinating the shipping of material to the project site as needed.
Minimum Requirements
- Five years of field experience in heavy civil and paving construction.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Ability to understand and respond accordingly to contract documents and requirements.
- Excellent construction cost estimating skills on competitive, hard bids and negotiated estimates.
- Ability to identify construction risks.
- Work accurately under the pressure of construction bid day deadlines.
- Ability to accurately estimate the cost of construction materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor work while determining all portions of the work have been fully addressed in the final bid preparation.
- Ability to interact with all levels of construction management.
- Superior attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
- Excellent oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to gather and utilize historical bid data for future construction bids.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with HCSS Heavybid and P6 Primavera is preferred
Additional Information
- Competitive Salary depending on experience
- Benefits (health, vision, dental)
- 401K Match
- Job Location: Anchorage, AK
- Travel required
At Knik Construction Co., Inc., we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to an environment of mutual respect, diversity, and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristic protected by law. We are a drug free company and all applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Veterans, Women and underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply.
- Job Family 0400-Construction
- Pay Type Salary
- Travel Required Yes
- Job Start Date Monday, November 27, 2023
