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Project Estimator

Coastline Contracting, Inc.
Wilmington, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2026

This position involves the estimating and management of site work & construction projects and will require the applicant to manage project budgets & schedules. Experience in asphalt paving & grading necessary.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Develop a complete & accurate bid proposal including; quantity take-offs, existing to proposed surface; crew composition; material and subcontractor pricing.

Attend pre-bid meetings with the owner, vendors & subcontractors.

Primary communicator with project owners and/or engineers

Experience in using Carlson Civil

Procure materials and major equipment

Negotiate, secure and manage subcontractors

Compare bid pricing to historical data

Read, outline and communicate specifications and plans for superintendents and foreman

Manage site superintendents and vendors and subcontractors, ensuring projects are within budget and on time

Manage numerous projects while simultaneously completing estimating duties

Develop and maintain project schedule. Prepare and maintain the project progress and budget.

Change order pricing and negotiations

The ideal candidate will have the following:

A record of successfully estimating and managing asphalt paving construction projects

3-5 years’ experience in site work and asphalt construction project management

Have a working knowledge of means and methods, crew composition and production rates for all aspects of asphalt construction

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Work, Outlook and project standard scheduling software with the ability to adapt to a variety of computer applications.

Cost accounting experience preferred.

The ability to work with a team and independently to complete projects within stated deadlines

Communicate effectively

Follow and reinforce company safety policies

Strong attention to detail

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Must be ambitious and self-motivated, with a can do attitude

Must have a valid driver’s license

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Health insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $41,000 - $95,000

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