Heavy Civil Estimator: Marine & Bridge Projects

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.

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