Civil Estimator

Christman Building Innovation Group, LLC

Job Description:

Build More with Your Career at Christman Building Innovation Group

• Demonstrate conceptual estimating proficiency in the scope review process, subcontractor knowledge, on-screen takeoff and estimating software platforms, and interior estimating.
• Survey, quantify materials, and produce assemblies from drawings.
• Prepare proposal letters, qualification and clarification sheets.
• Read and interpret technical documents such as Geotechnical Reports and Due Care Plans.
• Manage supplier and subcontractor bid invitations for respective estimates.
• Contact and follow up with subcontractors and suppliers for pricing input.
• Demonstrate knowledge of client relations and estimate presentations.
• Possess great knowledge with regard to technical specifications and pricing levels.
• Review contract scopes and associated dollar figures.
• Assist with subcontractor recommendations and buyouts.
• Meet deadline challenges and prioritize multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Work in conjunction with the bid team to prepare accurate bid proposals.
• Provide technical assistance to Project Managers in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc. as required.
• Ensure timely and complete bid submission and manage all required bid submission requirements (schedule, logistics, breakdown pricing, etc.).
• Ensure clean handoff of estimate, bidding information, drawings, specifications, etc. to the project management team; assist with kickoff meetings.
• Organize and perform quantity take‑offs.
• Honor the brand promises of the Project Planning Group at Christman.
• Complete assigned and required training for this role.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of work experience in construction or a related field — or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Proficiency with Planswift and Win Est estimating software.
• Basic understanding of accounting and project management concepts.
• Deep understanding of research methodology, data analysis, and estimation metrics.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.