Earthwork Estimator

TerraFirma; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in TerraFirma

Relocation assistance

Job summary

TerraFirma in Austin, TX is seeking an early-career estimator to support cost estimates for earthworks and site development. You will work with estimators, engineers, PMs, and business development to turn plans and pricing inputs into competitive bids.

The role offers hands-on experience in heavy civil estimating and opportunities for growth. Responsibilities include quantity takeoffs, price development, bid organization, and coordinating with subcontractors.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in construction, civil engineering, estimating, earthworks, or heavy civil projects.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with estimating software is helpful but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for earthworks and site development projects.
• Review project plans, specs, geotechnical reports, and bid documents to understand scope and cost drivers.
• Collaborate with estimators, engineers, PMs, and BD managers to gather information.
• Support subcontractor and supplier outreach for pricing and bid coverage.
• Help develop estimating SOPs and templates for lean, fast bidding.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Interest in heavy civil estimating

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Trimble

B2W

AGTEK

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Overview

You will support the preparation of accurate cost estimates for earthworks and site development projects. Working closely with estimators, engineers, project managers, and business development, you will help turn project plans, field information, and pricing inputs into competitive bids. This role is for someone early in their career who wants hands‑on experience in heavy civil estimating. You will contribute to takeoffs, pricing, bid organization, subcontractor and supplier coordination, and estimating process improvement while building the foundation to grow into a stronger estimator.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for earthworks and site development projects, including materials, labor, equipment, and subcontracted scope
• Review project plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and bid documents to understand project scope and identify cost drivers
• Collaborate with estimators, engineers, project managers, and business development managers to gather information necessary for accurate estimates
• Support subcontractor and supplier outreach for pricing, scope clarification, and bid coverage
• Help develop estimating standard operating procedures and templates that allow us to bid projects in a lean, fast, and low-risk manner
• Participate in site visits, pre-bid walkthroughs, and customer interactions needed to scope and advance project bidding processes
• Maintain organized documentation of estimates, takeoffs, pricing inputs, assumptions, and bid packages
• Monitor project costs during construction and compare them to estimates to identify variances and improve future bids
• Assist with bid leveling, scope comparisons, and internal estimate reviews

Basic Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in construction, civil engineering, estimating, earthworks, or heavy civil projects
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred but not required
• Familiarity with construction estimating software such as Trimble, B2W, AGTEK, Bluebeam, or similar tools is helpful but not required
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Interest in heavy civil construction, estimating, and field operations

Additional Requirements

• Comfortable with working in a fast-paced startup environment
• Must be willing to relocate to Austin, TX if not within commuting distance
• Ability to travel to job sites across Texas

Compensation & Benefits

Base compensation will vary based on factors such as relevant experience and education. Salaries and leveling will be determined on a case-by-case basis if an offer is extended. Our total compensation package also includes equity in TerraFirma. Relocation packages are available to help cover moving costs, if applicable.