Estimator

Columbia, IN - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 90000 - 120000

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Estimator Grading Utilities and Site Work
Location: Columbia SC (Travel within SC NC GA may be required)
Salary: $90000 $120000 (Based on Experience)
Schedule: Full-time Monday Friday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
Industry: Heavy Civil Construction

Company Overview:
Superior Skilled Trades is partnered with a fast-growing Heavy Civil Contractor specializing in site development industrial and commercial projects utilities mining reclamation overburden removal and demolition. This company prides itself on delivering accurate timely estimates and building strong relationships with clients subcontractors and internal teams.

Position Summary:
The Heavy Civil Estimator will be responsible for preparing detailed accurate cost estimates for grading utilities wastewater site development and infrastructure projects. Projects typically range from $500000 to $ and may include roads bridges and other civil works. This role involves collaboration with engineers contractors and clients to evaluate project scope assess risk and identify value-engineering opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

Estimate self-performed work including labor equipment and material costs.
Prepare estimates from conceptual schematic and final contract drawings including change orders.
Solicit review and prioritize material and subcontractor quotations for management review.
Assess site exposures construction risks and constructability issues reflecting costs in estimates.
Identify value-engineering alternatives to optimize project costs.
Prepare construction handoff packages and assist field teams with takeoff subcontractor/vendor pricing and cost strategies.
Collaborate with engineers contractors and clients to evaluate project scope and ensure competitive accurate bids.
Travel for pre-bid meetings site visits and field verifications as required.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Construction Management Civil Engineering or equivalent.
Proven experience as an Estimator for a Heavy Civil Contractor with expertise in grading utilities wastewater and demolition.
Experience estimating projects including site development industrial/commercial development utilities mining reclamation overburden removal and general site work.
Proficiency in Microsoft Project or Primavera Excel Word and Adobe.
Experience with Agtek Trimble Business Center Carlson CAD or other takeoff/modeling software.
Familiarity with HCSS or B2W software is a plus.
Strong ability to read write and communicate effectively with management clients and field teams.
Valid drivers license and satisfactory driving record required.

Work Environment:

Primarily office-based with moderate noise levels.
Frequent site visits for pre-bid meetings field verification and project development.

Benefits:

90% employer-paid health insurance
Vision and dental coverage
Short-term disability
Paid time off
$25000 life insurance policy
$60 monthly cell phone reimbursement
Paid mileage for site visits

Project Types:

Site development
Industrial and commercial development
Utilities and infrastructure
Mining reclamation and overburden removal
Demolition and general site work

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Estimator Grading Utilities and Site WorkLocation: Columbia SC (Travel within SC NC GA may be required)Salary: $90000 $120000 (Based on Experience)Schedule: Full-time Monday Friday 8:00 AM 5:00 PMIndustry: Heavy Civil ConstructionCompany Overview:Superior Skilled Trades is partnered with a fast-...

Key Responsibilities:

Estimate self-performed work including labor equipment and material costs.
Prepare estimates from conceptual schematic and final contract drawings including change orders.
Solicit review and prioritize material and subcontractor quotations for management review.
Assess site exposures construction risks and constructability issues reflecting costs in estimates.
Identify value-engineering alternatives to optimize project costs.
Prepare construction handoff packages and assist field teams with takeoff subcontractor/vendor pricing and cost strategies.
Collaborate with engineers contractors and clients to evaluate project scope and ensure competitive accurate bids.
Travel for pre-bid meetings site visits and field verifications as required.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Construction Management Civil Engineering or equivalent.
Proven experience as an Estimator for a Heavy Civil Contractor with expertise in grading utilities wastewater and demolition.
Experience estimating projects including site development industrial/commercial development utilities mining reclamation overburden removal and general site work.
Proficiency in Microsoft Project or Primavera Excel Word and Adobe.
Experience with Agtek Trimble Business Center Carlson CAD or other takeoff/modeling software.
Familiarity with HCSS or B2W software is a plus.
Strong ability to read write and communicate effectively with management clients and field teams.
Valid drivers license and satisfactory driving record required.

Work Environment: