Construction Estimator

EC Korneffel Co.; Trenton (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company contribution or 80

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and training

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

E. C. Korneffel Co.

in Trenton, Michigan, seeks an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for heavy civil construction projects, including marine, bridge, and piling work. The role analyzes plans, specs, and site conditions and collaborates with engineering, project management, subcontractors, and suppliers to develop detailed bids. The Estimator supports business development by identifying risks, evaluating project costs, and ensuring well-informed, competitive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from an Accredited University.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in heavy civil construction estimating or engineering (marine, bridge, piling, or drilling preferred).

Responsibilities

• Search for and track bid opportunities daily in coordination with senior estimators/engineers.
• Review, analyze, and interpret project plans, specifications, and bid documents.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, and equipment.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and bid proposals.
• Evaluate, qualify, and solicit pricing from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist with bid strategy development and risk evaluation.
• Create project budgets upon successful contract awards.
• Support project handoff from estimating to operations as needed.
• Knowledge of heavy civil construction estimating practices, including cost analysis and bid preparation. Marine, bridge, and piling projects preferred.

Skills

Bid tracking

Plan analysis

Quantity takeoffs

Cost estimation

Subcontractor pricing

Bid strategy

Budget creation

Risk evaluation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

5+ years heavy civil estimating experience (preferred)

Job description

E. C. Korneffel Co. Is a Marine, Bridge, and Piling Contractor Based In Trenton, Michigan, Serving Clients Since 1950. the Company Provides Heavy Civil Construction Services from the Design and Bid Phase Through Project Completion and Owner Acceptance.

Job Summary:

The Estimator Is Responsible for Preparing Accurate and Competitive Cost Estimates for Heavy Civil Construction Projects, Including Marine, Bridge, and Piling/Drilling Work. This Role Analyzes Project Plans, Specifications, and Site Conditions to Develop Detailed Bids, While Collaborating Closely with Engineering, Project Management, Subcontractors, and Suppliers. the Estimator Plays a Critical Role in Supporting Business Development Efforts by Identifying Risks, Evaluating Project Costs, and Ensuring the Company Submits Well-informed, Competitive Proposals.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Search for and Track Bid Opportunities Daily in Coordination with Senior Estimators/Engineers
• Review, Analyze, and Interpret Project Plans, Specifications, and Bid Documents
• Perform Quantity Takeoffs for Labor, Materials, and Equipment
• Prepare Detailed Cost Estimates and Bid Proposals
• Evaluate, Qualify, and Solicit Pricing from Subcontractors and Suppliers
• Assist with Bid Strategy Development and Risk Evaluation
• Create Project Budgets upon Successful Contract Awards
• Support Project Handoff from Estimating to Operations As Needed
• Knowledge of Heavy Civil Construction Estimating Practices, Including Cost Analysis, Quantity Takeoffs, and Bid Preparation, with Preferred Experience in Marine, Bridge, and Piling Projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from an Accredited University
• Minimum of Five (5) Years of Relevant Experience in Heavy Civil Construction Estimating or Engineering (Marine, Bridge, Piling, or Drilling Preferred)

Physical & Work Environment Requirements:

• Primarily Office-based Work Environment with Extended Periods of Sitting, Computer Use, and Screen Time.
• Ability to Occasionally Travel to Job Sites, Pre-bid Meetings, and Company Locations As Needed.
• Limited Exposure to Outdoor Environments and Active Construction Sites During Site Visits, Including Varying Weather Conditions.
• Ability to Lift and Carry up to 25 Lbs. Occasionally (E.g., Plans, Documents, or Office Materials).

Work Schedule:

• Work Hours Are a Minimum of 8:00 Am to 5:00 Pm, Monday Through Friday.
• Occasional Saturday Work Required some Portions of the Year.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(K) with Company Contribution or Match
• Paid Time off and Holidays
• Professional Development and Training Opportunities
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

E.c. Korneffel Co. Provides Equal Employment Opportunities to All Employees and Applicants and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Type in Accordance with Federal, State, and Local Laws.