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Civil Estimator

SST Direct

Job Location:

Columbia, SC - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 500000 - 20000000

Posted: 21 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 18 August 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Estimator in Columbia SC. This position involves reviewing project plans and specifications determining material labor and equipment costs and developing detailed cost estimates for projects including roads bridges utilities and site development. The Estimator will collaborate with engineers contractors and clients to evaluate project scope identify potential risks and ensure accurate budgeting and competitive bidding.

Salary: $100K - $140K (Based on Experience)
Schedule: Full-time Monday Friday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
Industry: Heavy Civil Construction Grading Utilities Demolition
Benefits:

90 percent employer-paid health insurance
Short-term disability
Vision and dental coverage
Paid time off
$25K 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

Key Responsibilities for Civil Estimator:

Estimate self-performed work including labor equipment and material costs
Prepare project estimates ranging from $500000 to $ including change orders
Solicit review and prioritize material and subcontractor quotations for management review
Assess site exposures and construction risks and incorporate cost analyses into estimates
Develop accurate estimates from conceptual schematic and final contract drawings
Identify constructability issues and value-engineering alternatives
Prepare construction handoff packages and assist field teams with takeoff subcontractor and vendor pricing and cost strategies

Required Skills and Experience for Civil Estimator:

4-year Degree in Construction Management Civil Engineering or equivalent
Experience estimating for a Heavy Civil Contractor
Proficiency in Microsoft Project or Primavera Excel Word and Adobe
Experienced in estimating grading utilities and demolition *required
Typical projects are site development industrial commercial development utilities mining reclamation overburden removal demolition and general site work.
Valid drivers license