Civil Construction Estimator

MixOnSite; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nationwide contractor in Chicago as a Civil Construction Estimator. This role requires a self-motivated individual who can handle project estimating and client interactions. Focus on analyzing project specifications, communicating with contractors, and preparing materials quotes. Ideal for those with at least two years of field experience and a relevant degree.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Construction Estimator or Office/Field Engineer required.
• 2 years of field experience on heavy civil projects required.
• Preferred degree in Civil Engineering or similar discipline.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specifications to summarize scope of work.
• Prepare estimates and quotes within bid timelines.
• Conduct site visits and attend pre-bid meetings.

Skills

Strong prioritization

Organizational skills

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Education

BS Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Job Description

We are seeking a fast paced, self-motivated, energetic, and results oriented individual. Please apply if you are self-confident, ambitious, have a positive attitude and can effectively manage a variety of situations and projects on a day-to-day basis.

Job Description

We are seeking a fast paced, self-motivated, energetic, and results oriented individual. Please apply if you are self-confident, ambitious, have a positive attitude and can effectively manage a variety of situations and projects on a day-to-day basis.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Review plans and specifications to understand and summarize scope of work, determine what equipment and material is required to comply with project specifications, perform takeoffs to confirm quantities and production days.
• Prepare estimates and quotes within bid timelines.
• Communicate and follow-up with General Contractors.
• Solicit material quotes from suppliers and truckers, when required.
• Conduct site visits and attend pre-bid meetings to understand the constructability of projects.
• Maintain detailed notes in ACT! database and orderly documents in project files.
• Conduct hand-off meetings with production personnel to review scope of work, workforce requirements, equipment allocation, work sequence, special requirements and safety.
• Review job analysis for costs and profitability.
• Maintain current customer relations and develop new customers.
• In person presentations or online webinars to engineering/contracting firms.
• Limited travel to various locations for projects, conferences and presentations. Assume up to 25% of the time spent on travel.
  
  

Qualifications:

• BS Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a similar discipline is preferred, but not required.
• Experience as a Construction Estimator or Office/Field Engineer is required.
• A minimum of 2 years of field experience on heavy civil projects is required.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail orientated.
• Hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Office, common contracting procedures and practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
  
  

Company Description

We offer excellent compensation and benefits package. EEO/M/F

MixOnSite is a nationwide contractor specializing in low density foam concrete. We provide owners, engineers, and contractors with unique, cost effective solutions to their geotechnical and underground construction problems.

MixOnSite is a nationwide contractor specializing in low density foam concrete. We provide owners, engineers, and contractors with unique, cost effective solutions to their geotechnical and underground construction problems.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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