The Estimating/Preconstruction Department is responsible for preparing budgets and bids for all Clark projects, and for continuous preconstruction on awarded projects that are in the development phase. The responsibilities of the Estimating/Preconstruction Department include compiling qualified bidders lists; issuing invitations to bidders; soliciting bids; preparing estimates for all Clark work, quantifying and pricing labor and materials; receiving bids; and reviewing bids to prepare total project costs. This key member of our team will passionately help promote the development of creative, innovative solutions to construction challenges and enjoy the acquisition of winning profitable work. **Responsibilities** + Maintain high standards of professionalism and ethical behavior when representing the Company + Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimate **s** for projects + Lead or Perform portions of estimates for multi-discipline projects including understanding scope and performing accurate quantity surveys + Supervise and train other estimators in your primary area of expertise + Solicit Subcontractor and/or Vendor quotes and evaluate them for scope and qualifications + Lead meetings with Subcontractors to develop complete scopes and discuss strategy + Perform risk and contract management responsibilities as required on bids + Assist in developing a strategy to achieve minority participation requirements + Review total estimate to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to formal quotation + Monitor comparison of estimated costs to actual costs + Research and promote continuous improvement in developing more efficient estimating methods + Examine construction sites and observe unusual or challenging conditions **Basic Qualifications** + 8-10+ years of estimating and cost control related experience + Undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management, a related discipline or relevant work experience + Demonstrate the ability to either lead or be a part of a team for multiple projects and pursuits at any given time + Knowledge of On Screen Take-off, Microsoft Excel, and Bluebeam software + Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task + Must be detail oriented, technically sound and have good communication skills + Must be familiar with both conceptual, detailed, and self-perform estimating + Knowledge and experience with local subcontractor market is a plus + Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builes Relationships, Builds People/Teams and Followership, Sets Direction and Executes **Preferred Qualifications** + Field experience \#LI-LP1 Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States. Our portfolio spans every major building market, from public to private, corporate to cultural, education to entertainment, and the infrastructure connecting it all – power, transportation, water, and roadways. Since 1906, we’ve been delighting and delivering value to our clients and project partners, providing diverse opportunities for our team, and strengthening the communities where we live. With offices strategically located across the country, we pride ourselves on being a local builder with national reach. Learn more about Clark Construction (https://www.clarkconstruction.com/) . There is a sense of camaraderie that comes with delivering impactful projects as a team. It creates a sense of humility and fosters pride in the work we do. At Clark, we are proud to build what matters, together. Learn more about careers at Clark (https://www.clarkconstruction.com/careers) . Find even more opportunities with the Clark Group, our collection of companies – delivering construction and asset solutions for clients across the United States. Clark Group's capabilities span the entire asset lifecycle – from project development and financing to construction and facility maintenance. **_Asset Solutions_** **Altura Associates (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Altura)** **Coda** **Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Edgemoor/)** **S2N Technology Group** _Building & Infrastructure_ **Atkinson Construction (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Atkinson)** **Shirley Contracting Company** **C3M Power Systems (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/C3MExternal)** **_Equal Opportunity Employer_** Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark promotes a drug-free workplace. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). The Know Your Rights poster is available here: Know Your Rights (eeoc.gov) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) and the Pay Transparency policy is available here: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp\_%20English\_formattedESQA508c.pdf) . Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please e-mail leaveofabsence@clarkconstruction.com or call (800) 655-1330 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. **_Authorization to Work_** Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full time basis in order to be considered. **_Employment Information_** Construction work requires strenuous physical activity. The essential functions of this job include, but are not limited to, walking on uneven surfaces, climbing several flights of stairs or ladders uninterrupted, working at extensive heights, lifting 50 pounds, repetitive lifting, working a minimum of 40 hours per week, working outdoors as required, seeing with clarity (naturally or with correction), having accurate depth perception and acceptable peripheral vision, and hearing sufficiently (naturally or with correction) to respond to verbal instruction, warning bells, and alarms. Without eliminating ANY of the above essential functions, are you able to fully perform all job duties with or without reasonable accommodation? If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform any of the essential functions listed above, you must contact Human Resources immediately at (240) 653-2364 Equal Opportunity Employer: Clark Construction Group, LLC, (subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark Construction promotes a drug-free workplace.