Civil Construction Estimator

Goodwin Recruiting; Indianapolis (IN); Presencial; USD 117.000 - 143.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an experienced Civil Construction Estimator for our Indianapolis-area client in heavy civil construction. This hands-on role requires ownership of the bidding process and the ability to win profitable work by aligning field operations with estimates.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in heavy civil estimation, knowledge of underground utilities, and proficiency with Insight estimating software.

Qualificações

• Experience estimating heavy civil construction, excavation, earthwork, or site development.
• Ability to prepare detailed estimates for commercial site development and infrastructure.
• Proficiency in reviewing drawings, specs, and bid documents and identifying risks.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the bidding process and develop competitive estimates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for mass excavation, grading, utilities, and site concrete.
• Analyze labor, equipment, materials, subcontractor, and trucking costs.
• Collaborate with project managers and leadership to reflect field conditions in estimates.

Conhecimentos

Heavy civil estimating

Bid development

Takeoffs

Field coordination

Cost analysis

Ferramentas

Insight Estimating

Descrição da vaga

We are seeking an experienced Civil Construction Estimator to join a growing construction organization specializing in commercial site development, excavation, underground utilities, and infrastructure projects. This is an opportunity for a hands-on estimator who understands field operations, takes ownership of the bidding process, and knows how to win profitable work.

Civil Construction Estimator Benefits and Compensation:

• Competitive base salary of $130,000+ annually, depending on experience
• Opportunity for career advancement and leadership growth
• Join an experienced heavy civil construction team
• Direct involvement in project selection, bidding strategy, and company growth
• Collaborative environment with direct access to company leadership
• Opportunity to make a measurable impact on profitability and business development

Civil Construction Estimator Requirements & Qualifications:

• Strong estimating experience in heavy civil construction, excavation, earthwork, or commercial site development
• Experience preparing detailed estimates for commercial site development and infrastructure projects
• Working knowledge of underground utilities, including storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water main installations
• Ability to perform accurate quantity takeoffs for mass excavation, grading, earthwork, utilities, and site concrete
• Experience calculating labor, equipment, material, subcontractor, and trucking costs
• Strong understanding of construction production rates, equipment utilization, crew productivity, and field operations
• Ability to review construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents to identify project scope and potential risks
• Experience developing competitive bid proposals while maintaining profitability
• Proficiency with construction estimating software and digital takeoff programs
• Ability to independently manage multiple estimates and meet bid deadlines
• Work closely with project managers, superintendents, and leadership to ensure estimates reflect actual construction methods and field conditions

Civil Construction Estimator Preferred Background & Skills:

• 5+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction
• Direct underground utility estimating experience is highly preferred
• Strong background in commercial site development, mass excavation, grading, and earthwork
• Experience with Insight estimating software or comparable construction estimating platforms
• Previous field experience in excavation, underground utilities, or heavy civil construction
• Established relationships with general contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers
• Experience negotiating subcontractor and supplier pricing
• Proven ability to evaluate bid results, identify cost-saving opportunities, and improve estimating accuracy
• Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to balance competitive pricing and project profitability
• Self-motivated professional who thrives in a growing, hands-on construction environment

Ready to Take Ownership of the Estimating Process?

If you understand how heavy civil projects are built, know what it takes to develop accurate and profitable bids, and want to play a key role in a growing construction organization, we want to hear from you.

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