Estimator - Heavy Civil Construction

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At Sinacola, we are a 100% employee‑owned organization, fostering a strong team atmosphere where everyone shares in the success through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. If you are seeking a career that combines personal growth, a supportive environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our dynamic team.

The Estimator will be responsible for preparing cost estimates for commercial, residential, municipal and highway construction underground utility projects and services to aid management in bidding on or determining price of service, take-offs, evaluate vendor quotes, change orders, and contract updates.

• Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Prepare estimates for use in selecting vendors or subcontractors.
• Coordinate with Project Coordinators, Project Managers, and Superintendents throughout the project life cycle.
• Work closely with Engineers, Architects, Owners, Contractors and Subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
• Prepare estimates used by management for planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
• Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals through project life cycle.
• Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects, or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops.
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures.
• Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or to effect cost reduction.
• Solicit quotations from material vendors and subcontractors.
• Attend pre‑bid meetings and project meetings as required.
• Calculate labor, equipment and materials costs required for detailed cost estimate.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in civil construction and underground utility (water, sewer, storm) estimating.
• Familiarity with geotechnical investigations and reports.
• Ability to multi‑task and manage estimates for more than one project at any given time.
• Basic heavy equipment knowledge.
• Experience in HCSS‑Heavy Bid, AG‑tek, preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel spreadsheet development.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with a winning attitude.
• Results oriented.

• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plans.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Competitive Pay based on experience and qualifications.
• Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays.

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type:

Full‑time
Job Function:
Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Construction

Join our team at Sinacola and become part of a company that is leaving its mark on the world. If you are ready to bring your best self, grow your skills, and make a meaningful contribution, we would love to hear from you.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a Drug‑Free Workplace. We participate in E‑Verify. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.