CAPE Environmental Looking for Senior Environmental Remediation Estimator at Remote Full Time

Cape Environmental Management Inc (CAPE) is looking for a dynamic, team-based individual to fill the position of a Senior Environmental Remediation 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.

CAPE delivers environmental remediation solutions to governmental and private organizations nationwide. The culture of our company is one of working together to achieve our company and 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. Please note that we are extremely focused on protecting our staff, clients and team partners from the COVID-19 virus and as such our policies are updated and revised continuously.

SALARY: Base salary for qualified candidates, with a minimum of 5 years of required experience, up to $140,000 per year. This can be adjusted for the right candidate.

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 Plan Swift is also desirable. 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. Must have federal environmental remediation estimating experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES: This position will be responsible for the development of detailed cost estimates for government environmental remediation, and civil infrastructure projects. These cost estimates will primarily be associated with environmental remediation projects which include but are not limited to civil 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. Must be able to work remotely with limited supervision.

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.

REQUIRED OUTSIDE TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS/REGISTRATIONS FOR THIS POSITION:

• Valid Driver’s License with the ability to drive on company business
• The job holder may require additional job-related certification and/or training during the course of employment for specific tasks and/or project and/or field operations support

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES REQUIRED TO MEET THE DEMANDS OF POSITION:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Potential exposure to equipment operation hazards and moving mechanical parts
• Potential exposure to wet and/or humid conditions; elevated work locations; outside weather conditions; and exposure to heat or cold extremes.
• Potential moderate to high noise exposures in the work environment
• Potential exposure to chemical, physical, and biological hazards such as: hazardous materials/waste and toxic airborne contaminants; physical hazards from work environment conditions and equipment operations; and biological hazards from poisonous plants and animals.
• Tasks involve frequent standing and sitting. Occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell.
• Vision abilities specifically required include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Tasks involve lifting up to 50 pounds in weight, pushing, pulling or carrying objects, using abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue
• Candidates must successfully pass standard CAPE pre-employment physical (fit-for-duty), drug and background screens.

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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least 5 years experience in Environmental Remediation/ Cost Estimating?
• Do you have federal government experience?
• Do you have Groundwater Treatment Buildings and/or Industrial Waste Buildings experience?

Work Location: Remote