Earthwork Estimator

About the role

Play a key role in winning projects that shape communities from the ground up. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Earthwork Estimator who enjoys the challenge of developing accurate, competitive bids for earthwork, underground utilities, and site development projects. You’ll manage multiple estimates simultaneously, conduct site visits, and collaborate closely with the operations team to deliver precise, high-quality proposals. If you’re looking for a stable, family-oriented company where your expertise is valued, your contributions have a direct impact, and you’re supported by a collaborative team, this role offers both long-term growth and meaningful work.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming plans, specifications, and bid requirements as assigned
• Analyze project scope to determine earthwork and utility needs
• Conduct site visits to assess terrain and real-world conditions
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs using appropriate software
• Build comprehensive estimates and bid packages from start to finish
• Identify scope gaps and risks prior to submission
• Collaborate with estimators to review and refine bid assumptions
• Manage multiple bids through various stages of the estimating process
• Ensure estimates are accurate to protect job profitability
• Participate in client meetings and bid discussions as needed

Requirements

• Direct earthwork estimating experience is required
• Experience with underground utilities projects is required
• Proven ability to build full bid packages from start to finish is required
• Strong understanding of all aspects of site work and earthwork jobs is required
• Hands-on experience performing detailed takeoffs is required
• Able to hit the ground running with minimal training is required
• Experience using Insite and Bid2Win or equivalent platforms is required
• Able to make independent estimating decisions with limited oversight is required
• Able to conduct site visits 1–2 times per week is required
• Strong understanding of crews, production rates, and unit pricing is required
• Able to work on multiple bids simultaneously and manage deadlines is required
• Comfortable being client-facing in meetings and discussions is required
• Clean drug test is required
• Experience with CAT files or digital terrain modeling is preferred
• Background as a Project Manager/Estimator hybrid is preferred
• Prior field experience is preferred
• Familiarity with both earthwork and utilities estimating is preferred
• Experience working on larger, multi-phase sitework projects is preferred
• Able to mentor or support junior estimators is preferred
• Comfortable participating in client meetings and scope discussions is preferred
• Experience with fast-paced bid environments is preferred
• Strong intuition for jobsite conditions and constructability is preferred
• Familiarity with competitive bidding strategies is preferred

Benefits

• 100% medical coverage for employees with options for dependents
• Dental and vision plan options available
• PTO structure increases with tenure, starting with one week after one year
• Standard company holidays observed
• Simplified IRA with a 3% match
• Company vehicle or allowance provided