Position Information Functional TitleSr. Construction Estimator Recruitment Category TypeStandard Functional CategoryEngineering & Construction GradeGS.14 FLSA StatusNon-Exempt Requisition Number25-0168 Number of Vacancies1 Job LevelNon-Management Job CodeN/A Job Description Summary Organization NameEngineering & Environmental Services Reports toSection Manager, Contract Services Full or Part TimeFull Time If Part Time how many hours per week Regular or TemporaryRegular Position End Date (if temporary) Work Schedule 8:00am to 5:00 pm Position LocationLaurel Position Summary Information General Summary TheSr. Construction Estimatoris responsible for estimating the construction costs and preparation of engineer’s estimates for water and wastewater projects and assisting in the estimating of major projects with a focus on water and wastewater pipelines. Essential Functions + Provides construction cost estimates from bid-ready engineering plans and specifications for water and wastewater pipeline construction contracts + Assists Principal Construction Estimator in cost estimating facility projects + Estimates material and labor requirements and prepares cost estimates for projects in the planning, design and construction phase + Reviews construction cost change orders + Conducts research in the field and in the office for the purpose of updating and validating unit construction costs and/or other cost changes due to market and other conditions + Reviews data supplied by engineers, contractors, project managers, contract managers and Construction Managers + Assists the principal construction estimator in change order negotiations + Keeps abreast of current prices and costs of construction materials and supplies + Maintains and operates a computerized cost estimating database Other Functions + Maintains records and prepares periodic reports + Performs other related duties, as required Work Environment And Physical Demands Work is performed in a business casual office setting. Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities + Thorough knowledge of construction methods, materials, and labor requirements of water and wastewater pipelines sewer + Good knowledge of engineering practices + Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and contractual documents + Ability to perform mathematical and engineering computations + Ability to accurately estimate construction materials and labor costs for a full range of water and wastewater construction projects + Ability to communicate effectively in writing and work effectively with engineering and construction personnel Minimum Education, Experience Requirements + Associate’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline + 5+ years of water and wastewater construction estimating experience OR + High School diploma (or equivalent) + 7+ years of water and wastewater construction estimating experience Additional Requirements Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter Preferences Professional Estimator certification Salary$39.77 - $67.72 Posting Detail Information EEO Statement AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission. Close Date02/27/2025 Open Until FilledNo Special Instructions to Applicants Additional Information All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification. Eligible applicants will be reviewed for consideration after 2/27/25. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * Do you have a High School diploma or equivalent? + Yes + No + * Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status? + Yes + No + Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran? + Yes + No Applicant Documents Required Documents + Resume Optional Documents + Letter of Recommendation 1