Civil Construction Estimator

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed, accurate, and organized cost estimates using HCSS and other estimating tools.
• Assist with proposal submittal documents, including schedules, diagrams, work plans, and figures.
• Coordinate quantity takeoffs from project plans and proposal documents.
• Review and fully understand drawings, specifications, measurement methods, and payment terms.
• Assess and communicate project risks based on thorough knowledge of proposal documents.
• Understand and accurately apply labor, equipment, and production rates to estimates.
• Help develop competitive bid strategies and value-added solutions.
• Prepare proposal schedules using critical-path scheduling software.
• Maintain and update historical cost databases for labor, equipment, and materials.
• Attend pre-bid walks and preconstruction meetings as required.
• Assemble complete bid files documenting all estimate development information.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Meet all assigned bid deadlines.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 - 5 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction.
• Experience with scheduling software (MS Project, or similar).
• Experience with estimating software (HCSS, B2W/Bid2
  
  Win, or similar).
• Quantity takeoff experience using Bluebeam.
• Strong analytical and project management skills with solid construction knowledge.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive and creative mindset.
• Safety-focused and committed to ethics and integrity.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for company business.