Site Estimator: Civil Construction Cost & VE Specialist

Kinsley Construction, Inc.; York Township (York County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental/Vision Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

401K Plan with company match

9 paid holidays

Up to 20 days PTO

Job summary

Kinsley Construction is seeking a Site Estimator to join our York, PA site team. The role focuses on delivering accurate cost estimates for heavy civil projects, evaluating plans, visiting sites, and supporting our commitment to safe, on-time project delivery.

The successful candidate will have an Engineering or Construction Management background, strong computer and communication skills, and experience with take-off software.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating civil construction projects.
• Proficiency with take-off software and cost analysis.
• Strong mathematical and analytical abilities.
• Bachelor's or higher in engineering/CM or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, specs, and site conditions to understand requirements.
• Conduct on-site visits to assess conditions and opportunities.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and other costs.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering options.
• Collaborate with team to align estimates with project goals.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors for pricing.
• Monitor and adjust project costs throughout construction.
• Stay current with industry trends and materials for cost-effective solutions.

Skills

Civil construction estimating

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent and team-oriented

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Bluebeam

AGTEK

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kinsley Construction is seeking a Site Estimator to join our York, PA site team. The role focuses on delivering accurate cost estimates for heavy civil projects, evaluating plans, visiting sites, and supporting our commitment to safe, on-time project delivery.

The successful candidate will have an Engineering or Construction Management background, strong computer and communication skills, and experience with take-off software.