Estimator, Heavy Civil Construction & Cost Analysis

Payne & Dolan, Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan with HSA/FSA contribution

Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Paid parental leave

Generous PTO and holidays

Profit sharing

Training and development programs

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Walbec Group is seeking an Estimator to prepare cost estimates for private, municipal, state, and federal entities. You will support operations with change orders, subcontracts, and cost analysis, while collaborating with Project Managers on cost reviews.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, strong technical writing skills, and experience with industry software tools. A self-motivated, multi-project capable candidate will thrive in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of schooling and relevant work experience.
• Ability to work independently on multiple projects with varying deadlines or collaboratively on large projects.
• Valid Driver's License and insurability.

Responsibilities

• Prepares cost estimates.
• Interpret plans and specifications.
• Conducts pre-estimate job site reviews.
• References and updates market and competitor data for estimates.
• Submit cost estimates using AASHTOWare, Bid Express, Expedite Bid.
• Assemble purchase orders and subcontractor documents.
• Attend project setup meetings.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to review costs and prepare change orders.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Self-motivation

Communication

Team collaboration

Technical writing

Presentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

AASHTOWare

Bid Express

Expedite Bid

HeavyBid

HeavyJob

Job description

Walbec Group is seeking an Estimator to prepare cost estimates for private, municipal, state, and federal entities. You will support operations with change orders, subcontracts, and cost analysis, while collaborating with Project Managers on cost reviews.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, strong technical writing skills, and experience with industry software tools. A self-motivated, multi-project capable candidate will thrive in a team environment.