Project Estimator

Edgeboro International, Inc.; Milltown (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Edgeboro International, Inc. is seeking an experienced Civil & Environmental Estimator in New Jersey to prepare accurate cost estimates for civil and environmental projects, including earthwork, utilities, liners, and remediation.

Collaborate with project managers, field teams, and clients through bid to closeout. The role requires 5+ years of estimating experience, proficiency with tools like Bluebeam/PlanSwift/HeavyBid, and the ability to read plans and specs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in civil construction and/or environmental contracting.
• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, PlanSwift, HeavyBid, or similar).
• Ability to read and interpret civil and environmental plans and specs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for site work, earthwork, utilities, geomembranes, liners, and environmental materials.
• Review plans, specs, geotechnical and environmental reports to support estimates.
• Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes; develop bid pricing and value engineering options.
• Assist project managers with budgets, job cost forecasting, and change order pricing.
• Maintain historical cost data and unit pricing databases.

Skills

5+ years estimating experience

Site work & utilities knowledge

Reading plans & specs

Estimating software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Management / Environmental Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

HeavyBid

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Civil & Environmental Estimator to prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for civil construction and environmental projects. This role combines traditional civil estimating with environmental scopes such as earthwork, utilities, environmental remediation, vapor mitigation systems, and specialty liners. The estimator will work closely with project managers, field supervisors, subcontractors, and clients to support successful project execution from bid through closeout.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for:
• Site work and earthwork
• Utilities (storm, sanitary, water)
• Geomembranes, liners, and specialty environmental materials
• Review plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and environmental reports (Phase I/II, RAPs, RAWPs, etc.)
• Solicit, review, and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes
• Develop bid pricing, alternates, and value engineering options
• Identify risks, assumptions, exclusions, and constructability issues
• Project Support
• Assist project managers with budgets, job cost forecasting, and change order pricing
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site walks, and scope review meetings
• Support project handoff from estimating to operations
• Maintain historical cost data and unit pricing databases
• Understand environmental regulations, permits, and compliance requirements
• Account for environmental controls such as:
• Soil handling and disposal
• Groundwater management
• Health and safety requirements
• Environmental monitoring and reporting

Qualifications

• Required
• 5+ years of estimating experience in civil construction and/or environmental contracting
• Strong knowledge of:
• Site work and utility construction
• Construction means and methods
• Ability to read and interpret civil and environmental plans and specs
• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, PlanSwift, HeavyBid, or similar)
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Preferred
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Engineering, or related field
• Experience with vapor mitigation systems, liners, or environmental containment systems
• Familiarity with NJDEP, NYSDEC, or similar regulatory agencies
• Field experience in civil or environmental construction

Pay range and compensation package

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off
• Opportunities for growth within a specialized civil/environmental contractor
• Office-based with periodic site visits
• Collaboration with field and management teams

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.