Estimator

American Society of Civil Engineers; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time Off

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Employer paid STD

Job summary

E.C. Pace Company, Inc. in Roanoke, VA is seeking a self-motivated Estimator with a solid understanding of heavy civil construction including water and sewer infrastructure, roadbuilding, and earthwork.

You will perform detailed takeoffs, establish project scopes with self-perform and subcontractors, and prepare competitive bids while communicating with project owners and engineers. This role requires collaboration with the estimating team, development of subcontractor relationships, and the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum two years of previous estimating experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing.

Responsibilities

• Estimating and bidding of construction projects – detailed takeoffs, establishing self‑perform and subcontractor project scopes, preform activity specific cost breakdowns.
• Establish clear understanding of project specifications and identify project specific bid requirements.
• Communicate with project owners and engineers both verbally and in writing to be able to ask questions and receive clarifications.
• Development of relationships with subcontractors and suppliers, effectively communicate project scopes and solicit quotes.
• Identify project specific risks and opportunities (value engineering).
• Coordinate with estimating team to ensure all project costs are accurately captured and risks have been assessed.

Skills

Reading plans

Strong math skills

Verbal & written communication

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

E.C. Pace Company is seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented Estimator to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of heavy civil construction, including water and sewer infrastructure, roadbuilding, and earthwork. This position requires the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The successful candidate must also be a versatile communicator, skilled at translating complex technical requirements into clear instructions for audiences of diverse professional backgrounds.

Duties of this position

Bidding and Estimating

• Estimating and bidding of construction projects – detailed takeoffs, establishing self‑perform and subcontractor project scopes, preform activity specific cost breakdowns.
• Establish clear understanding of project specifications and identify project specific bid requirements.
• Communicate with project owners and engineers both verbally and in writing to be able to ask questions and receive clarifications.
• Development of relationships with subcontractors and suppliers, effectively communicate project scopes and solicit quotes.
• Identify project specific risks and opportunities (value engineering).
• Coordinate with estimating team to ensure all project costs are accurately captured and risks have been assessed.

Preconstruction

• Coordinate closely with project managers and superintendents to ensure a seamless and well‑organized transition from estimating to field operations.
• Once a bid has been submitted, follow up with all project specific post‑submission requirements, including MBE/DBE forms, qualification statements, safety records and any other required documentation.
• Prepare, distribute, and monitor material submittals to support timely review and approval.
• Draft, issue, and evaluate subcontracts to help ensure construction compliance, scope clarity, and contract readiness.
• Assist with acquiring any project specific off‑site facilities. This includes preparing property agreements and permit coordination.
• Assist construction staff with change orders and cost‑related questions during construction.
• Develop CMP construction schedules and coordinate with construction staff and outside consultants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum two years of previous estimating experience.
• Ability to read and interpret plans.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing.
• Strong math skills including 3-dimensional geometry.
• Expected to work under minimal management supervision.

E. C. Pace Company, Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected classifications.

Benefits

• Paid time Off
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer paid STD