What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Estimator position at Brilliant Financial Search - IL?
We’re partnering with an established construction company in East South Bend that is looking to add a Heavy Civil Estimator to its team.
Schedule: *100% onsite then one day at home in a few months*
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on with the numbers and understands how projects are actually built in the field — not just someone doing basic takeoffs.
You’ll work on projects involving earthwork, excavation, grading, underground utilities, demolition, trucking, and site development, while independently building estimates using labor, equipment, materials, production rates, subcontractor pricing, and field conditions.
What we’re looking for:
- 3–5 years of estimating experience in heavy civil, excavation, underground utilities, or site development
- Strong understanding of field production, equipment, labor, and job costing
- Ability to read civil plans and specifications independently
- Strong Excel skills
- Experience with HeavyBid, Procore, AGTEK, Bluebeam, B2W, or similar estimating tools
Compensation: $85,000–$100,000, depending on experience, plus bonus potential
Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.
Salary : $85,000 - $100,000