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Ames Construction
Charlotte, NC; Eastern Area Office
Source: Ames Construction careers · View original posting
From Ames Construction's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and our people are the reason we continue to succeed.
We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected.
At Ames, we are Fueled by Family . That means we look out for one another, take pride in our work, and build strong relationships rooted in trust and respect.
Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision , we do what we say we will do, push through challenges, and deliver work we’re proud of.
When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success, where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Bid Preparation, Estimating & Proposal Management
Fully understand each assigned bid, including plans, specifications, and all contract documents.
Complete bid bond request and insurance review form and required documentation.
Prepare a green sheet estimate for each bid assigned based on historical data and industry knowledge.
Set up the estimate in HCSS and prepare crew-based estimate following Ames Estimating protocols.
Understand and manage closing of the estimate including sales/use tax, subcontractor and material quote analysis and selection; risk allocation; and final project pricing as determined by Senior Management.
Ensure cost certainty for all estimate components (self-performed work, subcontractor scopes, vendor quotes).
Develop or delegate bid schedules, considering constraints, phasing and milestones.
Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and perform jobsite and local area assessments (travel as needed).
Lead the assigned estimate staff including the estimate review meetings.
Risk & Compliance
Provide risk management and mitigation strategies during estimating.
Ensure quality checks on takeoffs, the estimate and estimating procedures.
Communication & Client Engagement
Maintain effective communication with co-workers, clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
Contact clients (owners, engineers, general contractors) before and during the bid process.
Vendor & Subcontractor Coordination
Provide procurement team with vendor and subcontractor scope lists, including DBE requirements.
Confirm solicitation of all vendors and scopes.
Analyze and include selected trade partner clarifications and exceptions in proposals.
Technical & Strategic Leadership
Develop project execution strategies to win the work with the assistance of the estimating team.
Coordinate with Chief Estimator on equipment availability.
Develop technical and commercial clarifications for bids.
Operational Excellence
Ensure deadlines are met, all bid forms are accurately filled out and owner bid programs are understood.
Collaborate across offices for OneAmes initiatives.
Promote Ames and seek additional project opportunities.
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