Estimator

Morgan Corp.

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

PTO, holidays, and paid wintershutdown

Professional development and career成长

Company vehicle and fuel card

Cell phone allowance

Job summary

Morgan Corp. in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Estimator to lead pre-bid efforts for civil construction projects. You will review plans, perform quantity takeoffs, and develop accurate cost estimates to win competitive bids.

The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency with estimating software and CAD tools, and the ability to coordinate with clients and subcontractors throughout the bidding process.

Qualifications

5+ years of civil estimating or related project management experience.
Bachelor's or Associate degree in civil/engineering or drafting.
Proficient in MS Office, estimating software, CAD tools.

Responsibilities

Attend pre-bid meetings.
Review bid packages (plans, specifications, CAD, reports).
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and summaries.
Communicate bid requirements with clients.
Manage bid file document control.
Solicit quotes from vendors and subs.
Develop and complete project estimates.
Assist with preliminary project budgets.
Maintain and grow client relationships.
Support pre-construction budgeting and turnover.
Assist training of junior estimators.
Some travel (<15%).

Skills

Civil estimating

Project management

Detail-oriented

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or mining engineering, construction management, or related field

Associate degree in drafting, CAD Operator, or CAD Technician

Tools

Microsoft Office

B2W estimating software

Agtek takeoff

Primavera P6

AutoCAD

Google Earth

Bluebeam

Job description

Description

The Estimator is responsible for managing all pre-bid activities, including the development and preparation of accurate cost estimates for assigned construction projects. This role involves reviewing plans and specifications, conducting site visits and assessments, and ensuring all bid documents are thoroughly analyzed and completed. The Estimator is accountable for managing the technical aspects of the bidding process from start to finish, ensuring estimates are comprehensive, competitive, and aligned with project requirements. Strong analytical, organizational, and technical skills are essential for success in this role.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers, grasp, reach with hands and arms, see, speak, and hear. Frequently stand and walk. Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or bend. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Most work is performed in office environment.

Responsibilities

Attend pre-bid meetings
Bid package review (Plans, Specifications, CAD, Geotechnical Report, etc.)
Detailed quantity takeoff and summary (Earthwork, Utilities, and Paving)
Communication with clients for bid requirements
Bid file document control
Vendor and Subcontractor solicitation and quote review
Develop and complete estimates for projects
Work with clients on preliminary project budgets
Maintain existing and develop new client relationships
Pre-construction budgeting and turnover
Assist with the training of junior-level estimators
Some travel, including overnight required (<15%)

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of related experience in civil estimating and/or project management preferred.
Bachelor's degree in civil or mining engineering, construction management, or a related field preferred, or Associate degree in drafting, CAD Operator, or CAD Technician, or a related field
Detail-oriented and a problem solver
Experience with and proficiency in the following: Microsoft Office, B2W estimating software or equivalent, Agtek takeoff software, Primavera P6, AutoCAD, Google Earth, and Bluebeam.

Benefits