Junior Civil Estimator: Earthwork & Site Development

Red Cedar Construction Services, LLC

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance for

401k with match

Company-paid holidays

PTO 120 hours annually

Job summary

Spartan Earthworks, LLC in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Junior Civil Estimator to join our preconstruction team. You will support quantity takeoffs, bid preparation, and coordination with estimating, operations, and leadership.

The role emphasizes plan review, schedule development, and learning civil/site development methods. Recent graduates or early-career professionals are encouraged to apply; on-site role with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or associate degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Building Sciences, or a related field preferred. Current students near graduation may be considered.
0–3 years of construction, estimating, project engineering, internship, co-op, or related experience.
Basic understanding of construction plans, drawings, specifications, and quantities.
Interest in civil/site development construction including earthwork, grading, utilities, storm drainage, erosion control, and roadway construction.
Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability and willingness to learn quantity takeoffs, estimating, bid preparation, and civil construction methods.
Ability to manage multiple assignments, deadlines, and priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Experience with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, AGTEK, HCSS, PlanSwift, or similar software is a plus but not required.
Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Assist with reviewing civil plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, bid documents, and other project information.
Perform and assist with quantity takeoffs for civil/sitework scopes such as earthwork, grading, utilities, storm drainage, erosion control, and roadwork.
Assist with developing project estimates, budgets, and bid proposals.
Solicit and organize subcontractor and vendor pricing and assist with bid comparisons.
Help identify scope gaps, discrepancies, constructability concerns, and potential cost impacts.
Assist with reviewing drawing revisions, addenda, and changes during the bidding and construction process.
Maintain organized estimating files, takeoffs, bid documents, proposals, and supporting documentation.
Assist with preliminary project schedules, sequencing, and production assumptions.
Participate in project handoffs from estimating to operations following award.
Work with project managers and field teams to develop an understanding of actual production rates, costs, and construction methods.
Maintain bid tracking and other preconstruction reporting.
Communicate effectively with vendors, subcontractors, project teams, and leadership.
Continue developing knowledge of civil construction methods, estimating practices, and estimating/takeoff software.
Other duties as assigned.