Civil Estimator

Fountain Development LLC is focused on delivering quality site-development and construction projects while building a team of dependable, skilled professionals. We value safety, accountability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic, and we provide opportunities for employees to grow their skills and advance their careers.

Responsibilities

• Review civil plans, specifications, and bid documents to determine project scope and estimating requirements.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for earthwork, utilities, storm drainage, paving, and other sitework.
• Develop accurate material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Solicit, evaluate, and compare pricing from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare competitive bids and proposals.
• Identify project risks, exclusions, and opportunities during the estimating process.
• Work closely with project managers and operations to develop realistic production estimates.
• Maintain relationships with general contractors, developers, engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Track upcoming projects and actively pursue new work opportunities.
• Maintain organized and accurate estimating documentation.

Requirements

• 5+ years of civil/sitework estimating experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of grading, earthwork, utilities, storm drainage, sewer, and water installation.
• Ability to read and understand civil construction plans, specifications, and bid documents.
• Experience with estimating software and digital takeoff tools preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction costs, labor, materials, equipment, and production.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Opportunities for advancement and professional growth
• A team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities to work on a variety of site-development projects throughout Western North Carolina
• Long-term career opportunities with a growing company

About Us

At Fountain Development, we believe success starts with four simple commitments:

• Show up every day on time
• Appreciate instruction from leaders
• Let your work ethic speak for you
• Retain knowledge

We are looking for professionals who want to build a long-term career with a company that values safety, quality, accountability, and high performance.