Excavation Estimator
Excavation Estimator
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Job Description
Client is a trusted family-owned leader in commercial and industrial general contracting and excavation. Weve proudly served the Chicagoland area for 75 years delivering high-quality construction services with integrity precision and professionalism.
Were looking for an experienced Excavation Estimator / Project Manager to join our growing excavation division. This hybrid role will manage both the estimating and project management aspects of sitework projects from bid to completion. If youre passionate about earthwork estimating and client success we want to meet you.
About the Work
Our excavation projects typically range from $20000 to $1000000 in size covering 0.5 to 5-acre sites. Common scopes include:
- Earthwork and grading
- Site stripping cut/fill and fine grading
- Foundation excavation
- Underground storage tank installation/removal
- Asphalt/concrete removal and prep
- Stone topsoil and black dirt placement
- Utility trenching and curb prep
We specialize in projects for gas stations retail centers strip malls banks restaurants car washes and health facilities.
Responsibilities
- Review and analyze blueprints civil plans and bid documents
- Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs using Roctek
- Determine labor material and equipment costs for accurate bid pricing
- Prepare proposals contracts and change orders
- Attend pre-construction meetings and job site visits
- Coordinate with superintendents on field execution and schedules
- Submit invoices and track job costs
- Maintain strong communication and relationships with clients and team members
Qualifications
- 2 years of experience estimating and managing commercial excavation or sitework projects
- Proficient in reading civil structural and architectural plans
- Familiar with estimating software (Roctek preferred)
- Skilled in Microsoft Outlook and Excel
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Demonstrated leadership and ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Strong work ethic and commitment to client satisfaction
Location & Travel
- Based in Mokena IL
- All projects located within 90 miles of the office
- Local travel to job sites and client meetings is required
Benefits
- Paid Weekly
- Performance Bonus
- Company Vehicle and Fuel Card
- Holidays
- PTO
- 401k Plan & Employer Match
- Medical Vision & Dental Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- Term Life Insurance
Employment Type
Full-time
