Estimator

Position Summary:

We are representing a union-signatory general contractor with over two decades of expertise in heavy civil infrastructure and mechanical systems, actively seeking a skilled Estimator to support continued growth across a wide range of public and private projects.

This is an opportunity to join a builder that self-performs flatwork, foundations, concrete, and masonry, while subcontracting structural steel and fencing. You’ll play a key role in producing competitive and accurate bids for site development, wet utility, and mechanical scopes—including pump stations, lift stations, and water infrastructure.

Ideal candidates will have a background estimating public works, mechanical utility, or civil concrete projects and enjoy collaborating with field operations and preconstruction leadership to secure profitable, well-executed work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates from conceptual design through final bid

• Perform quantity takeoffs for civil, structural, and mechanical scopes

• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes

• Analyze drawings, specs, and addenda to identify scope and risk

• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site walks, and proposal strategy sessions

• Coordinate internally with operations to validate constructability and production rates

• Identify value engineering options and cost-saving opportunities

• Maintain historical cost data and help refine estimating systems and databases

• Support project handoff to operations, including scope reviews and buyout

Project Types Include:

• Site development, athletic fields, and park improvement projects

• Wet utilities – water, sewer, storm drain

• Concrete flatwork, sidewalks, retaining/structure walls

• Mechanical – pump stations, lift stations, water treatment scopes

• Public infrastructure, R&R street projects, and select building foundations

Qualifications:

• 3 years of estimating experience in heavy civil, mechanical, or public works construction

• Solid understanding of self-perform concrete, utility, or mechanical scopes

• Ability to interpret construction documents, specs, and addenda accurately

• Strong proficiency in Excel; experience with estimating software a plus (HCSS, On-Screen Takeoff, etc.)

• Familiarity with union labor, prevailing wage, and public bidding requirements

• Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously and work under tight deadlines

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Bonus if background includes field experience or operations

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)

• Full health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• PTO, paid holidays, and sick leave

• Professional development opportunities

• Long-term growth within a well-capitalized and expanding builder