Civil and Environmental Remediation Project Estimator

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Pre-Construction

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil and environmental remediation projects, including earthwork, excavation, dewatering & treatment underground utilities, demolition, hazardous/non-hazardous material handling. remedial treatment system installations and various other remedial/civil projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, technical reports, and environmental data to develop accurate and competitive bid proposals, including quantity takeoffs, labor/equipment rates, subcontractor analysis, and production assumptions.
• Present bid packages, develop technical approach plans, and participate in value engineering discussions.
• Develop project budgets and comprehensive Schedules of Values (SOVs) for contract execution.
• Conduct site visits and apply field experience to assess constructability, risks, and site-specific needs.
• Obtain all permits as required to complete the work.

Project Management & Execution

• Lead projects from award through closeout, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, contract, and environmental requirements.
• Prepare and maintain schedules, budgets, change orders, RFIs, and daily/weekly reporting.
• Coordinate daily with field crews, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to support safe and efficient site operations.
• Prepare, track, and submit invoices with appropriate backup tied to the SOV.
• Maintain strong cost control and forecasting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure delivery of all required submittals, documentation, and regulatory compliance items.

Technical Documentation & Compliance

• Write detailed Work Plans, including:
• Health & Safety Plans (HASPs)
• Sampling & Analysis Plans (SAPs)
• Remedial Action/Implementation Plans
• Quality Control Plans
• Prepare technical narratives, work methods, and environmental execution strategies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations relevant to project scope.

Hands-On Field Involvement

• Apply real-world field experience to solve technical and logistical challenges.
• Maintain a continued hands-on presence on job sites as needed, especially during project startup, critical path operations, subcontractor oversight, quality checks, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrate the ability to step in with practical guidance on excavation, remediation systems, earthwork activities, and site logistics.
• Support field teams with equipment knowledge, production planning, and safe work execution.

Business Development & Client Relations

• Strengthen and expand relationships with existing clients, ensuring repeat business and long-term partnerships.
• Leverage personal industry contacts to identify new leads, opportunities, teaming partners, and strategic pursuits.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, industry events, networking functions, and client check-ins.
• Support proposal development, bid strategies, and long-term growth initiatives in coordination with company leadership.
• Serve as a professional and technical representative of the company in both field and client-facing environments.

Qualifications

• 10 years of hands-on experience in environmental remediation, civil construction, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated ability to estimate, manage, and execute complex field projects.
• Strong client-facing and business development skills.
• Proficiency with estimating and project management software (HCSS HeavyBid, B2W, P6, or equivalent, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe, Microsoft Projects etc).
• Solid understanding of environmental regulations (CERCLA, RCRA, Brownfields, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including technical plan writing.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to visit active project sites regularly
• Key Responsibilities
• Estimating & Pre-Construction
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil and environmental remediation projects, including earthwork, excavation, dewatering & treatment underground utilities, demolition, hazardous/non-hazardous material handling. remedial treatment system installations and various other remedial/civil projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, technical reports, and environmental data to develop accurate and competitive bid proposals, including quantity takeoffs, labor/equipment rates, subcontractor analysis, and production assumptions.
• Present bid packages, develop technical approach plans, and participate in value engineering discussions.
• Develop project budgets and comprehensive Schedules of Values (SOVs) for contract execution.
• Conduct site visits and apply field experience to assess constructability, risks, and site-specific needs.
• Obtain all permits as required to complete the work.
• Project Management & Execution
• Lead projects from award through closeout, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, contract, and environmental requirements.
• Prepare and maintain schedules, budgets, change orders, RFIs, and daily/weekly reporting.
• Coordinate daily with field crews, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to support safe and efficient site operations.
• Prepare, track, and submit invoices with appropriate backup tied to the SOV.
• Maintain strong cost control and forecasting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure delivery of all required submittals, documentation, and regulatory compliance items.
• Technical Documentation & Compliance
• Write detailed Work Plans, including:
• Health & Safety Plans (HASPs)
• Sampling & Analysis Plans (SAPs)
• Remedial Action/Implementation Plans
• Quality Control Plans
• Prepare technical narratives, work methods, and environmental execution strategies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations relevant to project scope.

• Hands-On Field Involvement
• Apply real-world field experience to solve technical and logistical challenges.
• Maintain a continued hands-on presence on job sites as needed, especially during project startup, critical path operations, subcontractor oversight, quality checks, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrate the ability to step in with practical guidance on excavation, remediation systems, earthwork activities, and site logistics.
• Support field teams with equipment knowledge, production planning, and safe work execution.
• Business Development & Client Relations
• Strengthen and expand relationships with existing clients, ensuring repeat business and long-term partnerships.
• Leverage personal industry contacts to identify new leads, opportunities, teaming partners, and strategic pursuits.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, industry events, networking functions, and client check-ins.
• Support proposal development, bid strategies, and long-term growth initiatives in coordination with company leadership.
• Serve as a professional and technical representative of the company in both field and client-facing environments.

• Qualifications
• 10 years of hands-on experience in environmental remediation, civil construction, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated ability to estimate, manage, and execute complex field projects.
• Strong client-facing and business development skills.
• Proficiency with estimating and project management software (HCSS HeavyBid, B2W, P6, or equivalent, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe, Microsoft Projects etc).
• Solid understanding of environmental regulations (CERCLA, RCRA, Brownfields, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including technical plan writing.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to visit active project sites regularly