On-site Civil Estimator - Highway & Infrastructure Bids

Australia-Employment; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Australia-Employment is seeking an Estimator for our Civil Highway Construction Group in Rock Island, IL. This permanent on-site position focuses on preparing detailed cost estimates for bids on roadwork, paving, pipe installation, and earthmoving projects.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in highway/civil infrastructure estimation, strong blueprint reading skills, and solid communication and negotiation abilities. Travel to job sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience estimating highway/civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of blueprint reading and civil sitework.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Willingness to visit job sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and prepare detailed cost estimates for bids on roadwork, paving, pipe installation and earthmoving.
• Review plans, specifications, and site data; collaborate with project managers and subcontractors.
• Estimate materials, labor, and equipment; prepare written proposals and budgets.

Skills

Estimating highway projects

Blueprint reading

Civil sitework

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Site visits

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

Australia-Employment is seeking an Estimator for our Civil Highway Construction Group in Rock Island, IL. This permanent on-site position focuses on preparing detailed cost estimates for bids on roadwork, paving, pipe installation, and earthmoving projects.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in highway/civil infrastructure estimation, strong blueprint reading skills, and solid communication and negotiation abilities. Travel to job sites may be required.