Project Estimator - Civil Construction

Category: Professional
Location: Columbus, IN 47201
Pay: $90,000.00 Annually
Posted: 5 days ago
Status: Open

Description

Project Estimator - Civil Construction


Seeking a Project Estimator with 3 plus years of estimation experience within the Civil construction industry.


What's in it for you?

  • Medical/Vision/Dental
  • PTO, Personal, and Sick days
  • 401k with Company match
  • And More!

Project Estimator - Civil Construction Details:

  • Direct Hire position
  • $90,000.00 to $110,000.00 /annually
  • First Shift (Monday through Friday from 08:00am to 05:00pm)
  • Review project plans, specifications, and bid documents to determine project scope, requirements, and bidding strategy.
  • Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and prepare accurate cost estimates for civil construction projects.
  • Analyze construction methods, equipment needs, labor requirements, and material quantities.
  • Develop preliminary project schedules and sequencing plans.
  • Solicit, evaluate, and compare subcontractor and supplier bids.
  • Maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, and industry partners.
  • Review subcontractor and supplier proposals for scope completeness, pricing accuracy, and contractual considerations.
  • Conduct site visits and evaluate existing conditions when necessary to support estimate development.
  • Assist with identifying borrow pits, waste areas, dump sites, haul routes, and other project-specific logistical requirements.
  • Collaborate with management to evaluate project risks and develop pricing and profit strategies.
  • Maintain accurate estimate documentation, pricing databases, and bid records.
  • Support Design-Build pursuits by assisting with means and methods planning, equipment selection, and conceptual estimating.
  • Assist with DBE, MBE, and WBE participation requirements and documentation.
  • Participate in pre-bid meetings, bid reviews, and client presentations as needed.
  • Support safety initiatives and ensure compliance with applicable industry standards.

Project Estimator - Civil Construction Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
  • Experience estimating civil construction projects.
  • Strong knowledge of heavy highway construction methods, materials, and field operations.
  • Experience performing quantity takeoffs and preparing detailed project estimates.
  • Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents.
  • Strong understanding of construction sequencing, means and methods, and project logistics.
  • Proficiency with construction estimating software and project management tools
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrate diversity at all levels of our organization.


How to Apply:

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Kristen Daily

4111 Central Avenue

Columbus, IN 47203

(812) 657-0283 ext.

kristen.daily@elwoodprofessional.com



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