Civil/ Site Estimator

Oxford Management Group LLC; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (employee-paid)

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Job summary

J.C. Wilkie Construction is seeking an experienced Civil/Site Estimator to support projects in the Columbia/Lexington area. You will review plans, perform quantity takeoffs, and develop detailed estimates for earthwork, drainage, paving, and utilities.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of estimating experience in civil construction. You will work with project managers and operations to develop strategies, evaluate subs, and prepare bids while staying current on material

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in construction management or related field.
• Minimum 3 years estimating experience in civil construction/site development.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specs, and contracts.
• Experience with quantity takeoffs and detailed cost estimates.
• Strong Excel skills and analytical abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; organized and able to manage time.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, specs, geotechnical reports, permits and bid documents.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for earthwork, drainage, paving, utilities and site work.
• Develop detailed cost estimates including labor, equipment, materials, and overhead.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Prepare bid proposals and summary documents with clear clarifications.
• Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options.
• Maintain estimating databases and pricing; assist with contract handoff.

Skills

Estimating

Read plans

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication

Time management

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

AGTEK

Bid2Win

Bluebeam

Planswift

Job description

• Location 315 Burton Road,Lexington, SC, 29072,United States
• Employee Type Full Time - Non-Exempt
• Manage Others No

Description

Make your impact on South Carolina!

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on your community? At J.C. Wilkie Construction, we’re not just building infrastructure, we’re shaping the future of South Carolina! As a leading, privately owned company specializing in water and sewer installation, storm drainage, and roadway construction, we’re on a thrilling growth trajectory, and we want YOU to be a part of it!

Why choose us? Here are just a few of the incredible benefits that come with being a member of our team:

• Safety First: Your well-being is our top priority.
• Health Coverage: Enjoy 100% employee-paid health insurance—because we care about your health.
• Life Insurance: We’ve got you covered with company-paid life insurance.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays to recharge and enjoy life.
• Secure Your Future: Our 401(k) plan includes a generous match—100% of the first 3% and 50% of the next 2%.
• Profit Sharing: Share in the success of our company!

We can't wait to meet you and share the exciting opportunities that await at J.C. Wilkie Construction. Let’s build something great together!

Our company is currently seeking an experienced Civil/Site Estimator to support projects in the Columbia/Lexington areas.

Requirements

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• 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.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Science, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of estimating experience in civil construction, site development, heavy civil, or utility construction.
• Strong understanding of earthwork, grading, underground utilities, paving, and site development construction methods.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, contracts, and technical documents.
• Experience performing quantity takeoffs and preparing detailed construction estimates.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience estimating commercial, residential, municipal, industrial, and public infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency with estimating software such as HCSS HeavyBid, AGTEK, Bid2Win, Bluebeam, Planswift, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of GPS machine control, earthwork modeling, and takeoff software.
• Experience with subcontractor procurement and contract review.
• Familiarity with project scheduling software.
• Professional certifications related to construction estimating or project management.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to review large plan sets and construction documents.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to travel to project sites and attend meetings as needed.
• Ability to navigate active construction sites during site visits.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based environment with occasional field visits.
• Frequent use of computers, estimating software, and construction management systems.
• Regular interaction with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, engineers, project managers, and company leadership.
• Occasional travel to project sites, bid meetings, and pre-construction meetings.
• Overtime may be required during bid preparation and project procurement periods.
• Quantity Takeoffs
• Cost Analysis
• Earthwork and Site Development Knowledge
• Underground Utility Knowledge
• Bid Preparation
• Vendor and Subcontractor Management
• Construction Document Interpretation
• Organization and Planning
• Negotiation
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail

Summary

You can shape the infrastructure of our roadways in South Carolina today, let's chat!

J.C. Wilkie Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.