Project Controls Estimator
Listed on 2026-06-28
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Construction
Estimator, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveyor -
Engineering
Estimator, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveyor
Position Overview
We believe waste is more than management, it is also an opportunity to innovate. As part of our Waste sector, you will help shape solid waste infrastructure and environmental stewardship. With a top-tier industry ranking, our team delivers comprehensive solutions that span waste planning, remediation, engineering and implementation. You will collaborate closely with clients and communities to design sustainable, cost-effective systems that contribute to cleaner environments and healthier communities.
The primary focus of a Project Controls Estimator I includes the development and review of capital cost estimates, construction cost estimates and service estimates for a variety of market sectors including Waste, Power, and Industrial. Development of these estimates will typically require application of a crew‑based approach, formation of crews from multiple disciplines, performing quantity takeoffs and estimates from design drawings, data gathering and analysis, cost estimate database management, and preparing basis and assumptions documentation.
Responsibilities- Develop, evaluate, compile, and present scope and cost data for construction and project estimates
- Work on estimates that may be order of magnitude for planning purposes, preliminary for evaluation/study purposes, or definitive for proposal or proposal comparison purposes
- Demonstrate understanding and ability to interpret construction plans and specifications with respect to preparing cost estimates
- Take responsibility for completeness and accuracy of estimates within defined parameters
- Work on estimates that may reflect any part or total project, or changes to the project
- Coordinate with design and construction staff to obtain estimate scope and schedule data upon which to base estimates
- Perform other duties as needed
- Certifications (one or more): AEP, CCT, CEP, CACM, CMIT, PSP, EVP, PMI‑SP, EIT
- Knowledge and proficiency of estimating software (e.g., Sage, Assemble, RS Means)
- Experience in construction industry specifically the Waste, Power or Industrial sectors
- Ability to interpret construction schedules
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Science Engineering or equivalent experience
- Fundamental knowledge of General Contracting, EPC construction methods, processes, and procedures, in addition to general construction industry methods, terminology, working practices and organizational structure
- Familiar with Microsoft Office, cost estimating and project control software
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must
- Sponsorship (visa) for U.S. employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position
Primary
Location:
United States, Michigan, Ann Arbor
Industry: Waste
Schedule:
Full‑time
Employment Status:
Regular
Business Class:
Project Controls
Job Posting:
Jun 22, 2026
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