Junior Heavy Civil Estimator - Preconstruction & Bids

Arctic Slope Regional Corporation; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

AIS Infrastructure Group is seeking a Junior Heavy Civil Construction Estimator to support the preparation of accurate and competitive cost estimates for heavy civil, horizontal, and public infrastructure projects across the United States. You will assist with quantity takeoffs, subcontractor solicitation, and bid preparation under guidance from Senior Estimators.

This entry-level role focuses on developing technical estimating knowledge, professional growth, and exposure to preconstruction

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of construction methods and terminology.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Willingness to learn heavy civil construction estimating practices.
• Ability to learn construction drawings and specifications.
• Ability to learn estimating software such as HCSS HeavyBid and Trimble Viewpoint Vista and other relevant pre-construction software such as Bluebeam.
• 0-3 years of estimating, project engineering, construction management, or heavy civil construction experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and field experience may be considered.
• Internship or co-op experience in construction is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in full estimating process from beginning to submission.
• Assist in preparing cost estimates for heavy civil construction projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs under the direction of senior estimating staff.
• Solicit pricing from subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Research current material pricing, labor rates, and equipment costs.
• Help maintain estimating databases and historical cost information.
• Assist in maintaining organized estimating files, bid documentation and associated software.
• Flexible work attitude and willingness to learn tasks within construction and estimating duties.
• Review drawings, specifications, geotechnical reports, and contract documents to understand project scope.
• Enter labor, equipment, material, and subcontractor pricing into estimating software.
• Prepare bid documents and proposal packages.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Math skills

Attention to detail

Organization & time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or related field

Internship or co-op in construction (preferred)

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Trimble Viewpoint Vista

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

AIS Infrastructure Group is seeking a Junior Heavy Civil Construction Estimator to support the preparation of accurate and competitive cost estimates for heavy civil, horizontal, and public infrastructure projects across the United States. You will assist with quantity takeoffs, subcontractor solicitation, and bid preparation under guidance from Senior Estimators.

This entry-level role focuses on developing technical estimating knowledge, professional growth, and exposure to preconstruction