Construction Estimator (Client Opening - E.C. Korneffel

Project Estimator

The estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for heavy civil construction projects, including marine, bridge, and piling/drilling work. This role analyzes project plans, specifications, and site conditions to develop detailed bids, while collaborating closely with engineering, project management, subcontractors, and suppliers. The estimator plays a critical role in supporting business development efforts by identifying risks, evaluating project costs, and ensuring the company submits well-informed, competitive proposals.

Duties & responsibilities:

• Search for and track bid opportunities daily in coordination with senior estimators/engineers
• Review, analyze, and interpret project plans, specifications, and bid documents
• Perform quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, and equipment
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and bid proposals
• Evaluate, qualify, and solicit pricing from subcontractors and suppliers
• Assist with bid strategy development and risk evaluation
• Create project budgets upon successful contract awards
• Support project handoff from estimating to operations as needed
• Knowledge of heavy civil construction estimating practices, including cost analysis, quantity takeoffs, and bid preparation, with preferred experience in marine, bridge, and piling projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management from an accredited university
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in heavy civil construction estimating or engineering (marine, bridge, piling, or drilling preferred)

Physical & work environment requirements:

• Primarily office-based work environment with extended periods of sitting, computer use, and screen time.
• Ability to occasionally travel to job sites, pre-bid meetings, and company locations as needed.
• Limited exposure to outdoor environments and active construction sites during site visits, including varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. occasionally (e.g., plans, documents, or office materials).

Work schedule:

• Work hours are a minimum of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
• Occasional Saturday work required some portions of the year.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution or match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

Equal opportunity employer

E.c. Korneffel Co. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.