Civil Estimator – On-Site Role in Virginia Beach

SB Ballard Construction; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

S. B. Ballard Construction Company in Virginia Beach seeks an experienced Civil Estimator to join our team.

The role involves reviewing designs, quantifying civil elements, building price estimates, and coordinating with subcontractors to develop bids. This is an in-person, full-time position within commuting distance of our Virginia Beach site. Candidates should have proven estimating experience, strong MS Office/Excel skills, and familiarity with OST/Agtech and Bluebeam.

Qualifications

• Proven experience and knowledge of Construction estimating, means and methods, accounting, document administration and a thorough understanding of industry practices.
• Past experience as civil estimator or on projects with a General Contractor
• Proven experience working with AE’s and Owners in Design-Build and CM@Risk Projects
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Proficiency in MS Office with expert skill level in Excel
• Proficiency in On Screen Take-off (OST) or Agtech
• Proficiency in Bluebeam
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required
• LEED Certification (preferred)
• DBIA Certification (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Review the project design drawings and specifications to determine assigned scope of work
• Able to read and interpret drawings and specifications
• Able to quantify structural and civil elements of a project where the design is complete or near completion
• Develop knowledge of construction pricing
• Develop an understanding of conceptual estimating
• Able to network with applicable subcontractors for estimate input and bid input
• Able to receive, analyze and complete bid comparisons in discipline areas
• Develop excellent presentation skills
• Participates with estimating staff learning the basics of value management

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree (Preferred)

Tools

MS Office/Excel

Bluebeam

On Screen Take-off

MS Project

Agtech

Job description

S. B. Ballard Construction Company in Virginia Beach seeks an experienced Civil Estimator to join our team.

The role involves reviewing designs, quantifying civil elements, building price estimates, and coordinating with subcontractors to develop bids. This is an in-person, full-time position within commuting distance of our Virginia Beach site. Candidates should have proven estimating experience, strong MS Office/Excel skills, and familiarity with OST/Agtech and Bluebeam.