Heavy Civil Estimator (Independence Excavating)

About the role

Independence Excavating is looking for a detail-oriented Estimator with a knack for accuracy and analytics to join our team. The Estimator is responsible for determining the total cost of heavy civil construction projects by creating comprehensive and quality estimates. This position offers stability and provides a path for career advancement and opportunities for growth.

From breaking ground to the finished project, our team has been laying the groundwork for excellence on heavy civil construction and demolition projects for over 65 years. We combine innovations of industry with decades of successfully completed projects, proving we are a value-added partner from the ground up.

What we believe in

• People: Provide a safe, family-oriented environment. Commitment to integrity. Protect our most valuable assets.
• Performance: Always deliver the highest quality. Find solutions. Provide value to our partners.
• Community: Positively impact the communities we serve. Give back. Leave the world a better place than we found it.

Responsibilities

• Reading, understanding, and interpreting drawings and specifications
• Soliciting quotes from subcontractors and suppliers; estimate to be 95% complete prior to formal review with Chief Estimator
• Preparing rough schedule of project for determining time frame
• Reviewing estimated productions with superintendents to finalize the bid
• Entering detailed data into our HCSS HeavyBid software
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as Construction Management is preferred
• 3-5 years of previous related experience is required in heavy civil work
• Strong organizational skills in order to handle the variety of tasks assigned
• Ability to develop positive working relationships with owners, project engineers, and local government offices
• Ability to perform complete and accurate project take-offs and estimates
• Effective verbal communication with employees, external vendors, owners, and general contractors
• Ability to prepare letters that present a concise and logical point of view

Skills

Preferred experience using:

• Microsoft Office Software
• HCSS HeavyBid & HeavyJob
• Primavera
• P6 Scheduling Software
• Accounting Software

Benefits

• Weekly competitive pay
• Excellent benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • FSA & HSA
  • Life Insurance + Optional Family Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Paid Holidays and PTO
• 401(k) + Company match
• Paid corporate training program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stability and a variety of different roles that provide a path to career advancement
• Family-owned and operated since 1956