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Job Title: Estimator
Company Name: A. O. Hardee & Son, Inc.
Salary: $85,000 - $115,000 annually, negotiable based on experience
Industry: Highway/Heavy Contractor (Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Government or Federal)
Location: Little River, SC
Job Overview
A O Hardee & Son Inc, a premier Heavy-Highway Sitework contractor located in North Myrtle Beach, SC, is actively seeking a highly detailed and experienced Estimator to join our Estimating Department. In this vital role, you will prepare accurate and competitive bids on large-scale residential, commercial, industrial, and government infrastructure projects using industry-leading tools such as AGTEK Gradework, Trimble Business Center, and HCSS HeavyBid. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic thinker who excels at number-crunching and thrives under pressure.
Who We Are
With over six decades of success, A O Hardee & Son Inc has established itself as one of the most well-capitalized and rapidly growing sitework contractors in the Carolinas. Located just one mile from some of the East Coast's most sought-after beaches, our company culture blends professional excellence with a vibrant coastal lifestyle. We invest in our people with training, technology, and a clear path for advancement-all within a safe, supportive, and innovative work environment.
Key Responsibilities
A O Hardee & Son Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment for all team members.
Want to be part of one of South Carolina's largest and fastest-growing sitework teams? Apply now and take the next step in your estimating career with A O Hardee & Son Inc!
Job Title: Estimator
Company Name: A. O. Hardee & Son, Inc.
Salary: $85,000 - $115,000 annually, negotiable based on experience
Industry: Highway/Heavy Contractor (Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Government or Federal)
Location: Little River, SC
Job Overview
A O Hardee & Son Inc, a premier Heavy-Highway Sitework contractor located in North Myrtle Beach, SC, is actively seeking a highly detailed and experienced Estimator to join our Estimating Department. In this vital role, you will prepare accurate and competitive bids on large-scale residential, commercial, industrial, and government infrastructure projects using industry-leading tools such as AGTEK Gradework, Trimble Business Center, and HCSS HeavyBid. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic thinker who excels at number-crunching and thrives under pressure.
Who We Are
With over six decades of success, A O Hardee & Son Inc has established itself as one of the most well-capitalized and rapidly growing sitework contractors in the Carolinas. Located just one mile from some of the East Coast's most sought-after beaches, our company culture blends professional excellence with a vibrant coastal lifestyle. We invest in our people with training, technology, and a clear path for advancement-all within a safe, supportive, and innovative work environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Interpret and analyze engineering plans, specifications, and reports to develop project estimates
- Prepare detailed cost estimates using HCSS HeavyBid
- Perform quantity takeoffs with AGTEK and Trimble software
- Solicit pricing from suppliers and subcontractors, evaluate bids for accuracy and completeness
- Attend site walkthroughs and pre-bid meetings as needed
- Build preliminary project schedules and assess project risks
- Collaborate with other estimators and company leadership to deliver high-quality proposals
- Present professionally to clients, architects, subcontractors, and vendors
- Ensure on-time, accurate, and complete bids are submitted in a competitive format
- Minimum of 5 years of estimating experience in heavy civil/sitework construction
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, HCSS HeavyBid - required, AGTEK - preferred and knowledge of Trimble and AutoCAD a plus
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Experience preparing both public and private bid proposals
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to manage deadlines and work well under pressure
- Demonstrated understanding of construction processes, logic, sequencing, and cost strategies
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Weekly pay cycle
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days
- 401(k) with employer match
- Biannual profit-sharing program
- Company laptop, phone, and other tech as needed
- Career development opportunities, including OSHA and manufacturer training
- Company vehicle, car allowance, or mileage reimbursement
- Safety gear provided
- Full-Time, Monday to Friday, additional hours as projects demand
- Based in Little River, SC
- Limited local travel to job sites and meetings as required
A O Hardee & Son Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment for all team members.
Want to be part of one of South Carolina's largest and fastest-growing sitework teams? Apply now and take the next step in your estimating career with A O Hardee & Son Inc!
Salary : $85,000 - $115,000
