Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

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We are growing and looking to add an Estimator to our team! You will be responsible for determining the cost of construction projects by analyzing project plans, specifications, and other relevant documents. The Estimator will estimate the quantities of materials needed, labor costs, and equipment expenses, often negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors to secure the best prices. This role also prepares detailed cost proposals and budgets for clients and project managers.

• Analyze drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare accurate estimates for concrete work.
• Calculate costs of labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors.
• Identify potential risks and opportunities in the estimating process.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure alignment of cost estimates with project requirements.
• Prepare and present bid proposals in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain cost databases and stay current with market trends in pricing and construction methods.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and post-bid reviews.
• Ensure all estimates meet safety, quality, and schedule requirements.
• Track and update project budgets, costs, and changes throughout project life cycles.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 5+ years of experience in construction estimating, with specific expertise in concrete and asphalt.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting construction blueprints, specifications, and technical documents.
• Familiarity with estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, Plan Swift, or similar).
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of local building codes, regulations, and industry standards.

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods:
  Occasionally
• Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another:
  Constantly
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching:
  Rarely
• Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions:
  Rarely
• Talking and hearing to communicate with others:
  Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens:
  Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment:
  Occasionally
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers:
  Constantly
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like:
  Rarely
• Operating machinery and/or power tools:
  Rarely
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment:
  Occasionally
• The ability to travel regionally or nationally:
  Occasionally

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing:
  Constantly
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds:
  Occasionally
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds:
  Occasionally
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more:
  Rarely

• Low temperatures:
  Rarely
• High temperatures:
  Occasionally
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind:
  Occasionally
• Noisy…