Civil Estimator — Build SC Infrastructure & Profit Sharing

T E C Industrial Inc; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Job summary

J.C. Wilkie Construction in South Carolina is seeking a Civil Estimator to prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for site development and civil projects, including earthwork, drainage, sewer, water, and roadwork.

You will review plans, collaborate with project teams, and refine bidding strategies to secure profitable work. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of estimating experience, strong math and communication skills, and proficiency with common estimating tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of estimating experience in civil construction/site development.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specs, contracts, and technical documents.
• Experience performing quantity takeoffs and preparing detailed estimates.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office Suite.
• Strong mathematical and analytical abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, permitting requirements, and bid documents.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for earthwork, grading, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, water distribution, paving, concrete, erosion control, and related site development work.
• Develop detailed cost estimates including labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, trucking, and overhead expenses.
• Solicit, evaluate, and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Prepare accurate bid proposals and estimate summaries.
• Analyze project risks, opportunities, constructability concerns, and site conditions.
• Develop production rates and equipment utilization assumptions for estimating purposes.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project walkthroughs as required.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Operations personnel to develop estimating strategies.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving alternatives.
• Maintain and update estimating databases, production rates, labor costs, equipment costs, and vendor pricing.
• Prepare bid clarifications, qualifications, exclusions, and scope reviews.
• Assist with contract negotiations and project handoff activities following project award.
• Review historical project cost data to improve estimate accuracy.
• Maintain organized records of estimates, bid documents, and supporting calculations.
• Stay informed on market trends, material pricing, labor availability, and industry developments.
• Participate in project turnover meetings with operations personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mathematical proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Science, or related field

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

AGTEK

PlanSwift

Bluebeam

Bid2Win

Job description

J.C. Wilkie Construction in South Carolina is seeking a Civil Estimator to prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for site development and civil projects, including earthwork, drainage, sewer, water, and roadwork.

You will review plans, collaborate with project teams, and refine bidding strategies to secure profitable work. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of estimating experience, strong math and communication skills, and proficiency with common estimating tools.