Junior Estimator

Company Overview

B&S Site Development is a fast‑growing leader in large‑parcel, mission‑critical site development, delivering complex, time‑sensitive civil construction projects for demanding clients. Since 2003 the company has built a reputation for precision, speed, and accountability, transforming large tracts of land into fully prepared e‑infrastructure sites through heavy civil expertise, disciplined project management, and a culture of ownership at every level. Multi‑regional operations are supported by offices in Columbus, Ohio; Manassas, Virginia; Richmond, Virginia; South Hill, Virginia; and Atlanta, Georgia, enabling rapid scaling while maintaining exceptional execution standards. B&S fosters talent development, a culture of innovation, safety, and long‑term career growth for both field and office teams.

Position Summary

B&S Site Development is seeking a motivated Junior Estimator to join the preconstruction team. This early‑career role (1‑5 years experience) supports the estimating team in preparing competitive bids, analyzing project documents, performing quantity takeoffs, and coordinating with operations to ensure accurate project pricing. A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is preferred; experience with AGTEK software is highly desired but not required. The company is willing to train the right candidate who demonstrates strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a desire to build a career in heavy civil construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Review plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and project bid documents.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for earthwork, utilities, grading, paving, and site development scopes.
• Assist in preparing detailed cost estimates, budgets, and bid proposals.
• Utilize estimating software and spreadsheets to develop pricing models and track costs.
• Support senior estimators in subcontractor and vendor solicitation efforts.
• Analyze labor, equipment, material, and subcontractor costs.
• Coordinate with project managers, field operations, and business development teams during the bidding process.
• Assist in identifying project risks, opportunities, and value‑engineering solutions.
• Participate in pre‑bid meetings, site visits, and project handoff meetings.
• Maintain bid files, historical cost data, and estimating databases.
• Help evaluate actual project costs against estimate assumptions for continuous improvement.
• Ensure all bids comply with company standards, client requirements, and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (preferred).
• 1‑5 years of experience in estimating, field engineering, project engineering, construction management, or related heavy civil construction.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with AGTEK earthwork modeling and takeoff software (desired).
• Experience with HCSS, Bluebeam, Trimble Business Center, Bid2Win, or similar estimating platforms (desired).
• Knowledge of site development, excavation, grading, underground utilities, paving, and heavy civil construction.
• Internship or prior experience with a site contractor, heavy civil contractor, or engineering firm.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Health, life, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with matching up to 6% (fully vested day one).
• Performance bonuses.
• Paid time off, parental leave, and paid pregnancy medical leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Career advancement through training programs and growth opportunities.
• Work on challenging and rewarding projects.
• State‑of‑the‑art equipment and technology.
• Strong safety culture with regular training and strict safety protocols.