Civil Construction Estimator – Cost, Bids & Value Engineering

Wessler Engineering; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Wessler Engineering is seeking a Construction Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for civil, water, wastewater, and infrastructure projects in Central Indiana. You will perform quantity takeoffs, build labor/equipment/material costs, and support budgeting across planning, design, procurement, and construction stages.

The role requires 3–7 years of estimating experience, proficiency with Excel and estimating software, and the ability to read engineering drawings and specs.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–7 years of construction estimating experience preferred.
• Experience with civil infrastructure, utility, water, wastewater, or municipal projects preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, means, and materials.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Knowledge of Indiana public bidding requirements.
• Ability to visit construction sites periodically, lift up to 25 pounds, walk uneven terrain and access active sites.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs from plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Develop conceptual, preliminary, and final construction cost estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Prepare bid tabulations and compare pricing alternatives.
• Review construction documents for completeness, constructability, and potential cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineering staff to identify project risks and opportunities.
• Assist with value engineering evaluations and lifecycle cost analyses.
• Maintain and update historical cost databases and estimating tools.
• Research material, labor, and equipment costs and market trends.
• Participate in project kickoff, design review, and preconstruction meetings.
• Evaluate change orders and assess cost impacts during construction.
• Track estimate-to-bid and estimate-to-construction cost performance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Reading plans & specs

Attention to detail

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor's in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Wessler Engineering is seeking a Construction Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for civil, water, wastewater, and infrastructure projects in Central Indiana. You will perform quantity takeoffs, build labor/equipment/material costs, and support budgeting across planning, design, procurement, and construction stages.

The role requires 3–7 years of estimating experience, proficiency with Excel and estimating software, and the ability to read engineering drawings and specs.