Civil Estimator: Sitework & Preconstruction Lead

Cooper Construction Company; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Bonus potential

Job summary

Cooper Construction Company in Birmingham, AL seeks a Civil/Sitework Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for industrial projects, sourcing vendors and analyzing risks early in preconstruction. You will perform quantity takeoffs, develop ROM budgets, review geotechnical data, and coordinate with design teams, consultants, and owners to deliver competitive proposals and clear qualifications.

Candidates should have a background in civil estimation or construction science, strong math and

Qualifications

• Analyze project documents to identify civil scope and prepare estimates.
• Review geotechnical reports and site conditions for takeoffs.
• Coordinate with design teams and vendors for quotes and risk analysis.
• Develop ROM budgets and detailed proposals with qualifications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Science or 5+ years relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for labor, materials, and equipment.
• Perform civil earthwork takeoffs for grading, utilities, paving.
• Develop ROM budgets and submit detailed proposals.
• Coordinate with designers, consultants, and owners on sitework.
• Provide technical input to internal teams and field operations.

Skills

Estimating & cost analysis

Sourcing subcontractors

Strong math

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Science

Job description

Cooper Construction Company in Birmingham, AL seeks a Civil/Sitework Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for industrial projects, sourcing vendors and analyzing risks early in preconstruction. You will perform quantity takeoffs, develop ROM budgets, review geotechnical data, and coordinate with design teams, consultants, and owners to deliver competitive proposals and clear qualifications.

Candidates should have a background in civil estimation or construction science, strong math and