Civil Preconstruction Estimator — Site Development & Budgets

Cooper Construction Company, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Performance Bonus

Life Insurance

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Cooper Construction Company, Inc. seeks a Civil Preconstruction Manager to develop accurate cost estimates for industrial construction projects. You will source vendors, analyze risks, and prepare competitive proposals in collaboration with clients and design teams.

This role emphasizes thorough quantity takeoffs, value engineering, and clear budgeting for early-stage projects. You will coordinate with contractors and owners to optimize site utilization and ensure compliant, timely bids.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Science, or 5+ years relevant experience.
• Proven experience as Civil Estimator or similar role.
• Strong estimating, financial and cost analysis skills.
• Excellent math, analytical, communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience with site development contractors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project documents to identify civil scope.
• Review geotechnical reports, soil borings and lab results.
• Conduct site visits to assess conditions and coordinate investigations.
• Perform civil and earthwork quantity takeoffs for grading, utilities and paving.
• Develop cost estimates for labor, materials, and equipment using digital takeoff and estimating software.
• Develop budgets for early-stage projects with limited information.
• Conduct value engineering and cost analysis to optimize designs and budgets.
• Obtain quotes from subcontractors and vendors; perform risk analysis for proposals.
• Prepare and submit detailed proposals with qualifications, inclusions, and exclusions.
• Coordinate with design teams, consultants, and owners to optimize site utilization.
• Provide clear technical input to internal teams, clients, and subcontractors.
• Support operations teams during construction with technical guidance.

Skills

Estimating

Financial analysis

Communication

Negotiation

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Science

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Cooper Construction Company, Inc. seeks a Civil Preconstruction Manager to develop accurate cost estimates for industrial construction projects. You will source vendors, analyze risks, and prepare competitive proposals in collaboration with clients and design teams.

This role emphasizes thorough quantity takeoffs, value engineering, and clear budgeting for early-stage projects. You will coordinate with contractors and owners to optimize site utilization and ensure compliant, timely bids.