Asphalt Estimator

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Bring Your Asphalt Estimating Expertise to a High-Performing Team This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kris Leishman

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Salary: $90,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us: A well-established heavy civil contractor is seeking an experienced Asphalt Estimator to join its preconstruction team. This role is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for asphalt paving, grading, roadway improvements, and site development projects. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has strong analytical skills, and enjoys collaborating with operations teams to help secure profitable work.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable organization with a strong project backlog, competitive compensation, and opportunities for long-term career growth.

Why join us? Competitive base salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer contribution

Paid time off and company holidays

Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Stable workload with long-term growth potential

Job Details Responsibilities

Prepare detailed cost estimates for asphalt paving, grading, milling, reclamation, and site development projects.

Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents to determine project scope.

Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, equipment, material, trucking, and subcontractor pricing.

Prepare conceptual, negotiated, budgetary, and competitive bid estimates.

Evaluate project risks, constructability concerns, and value engineering opportunities.

Analyze production rates, crew sizes, equipment utilization, and historical cost data to improve estimating accuracy.

Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals.

Collaborate with project managers, field operations, and leadership during the bidding process.

Maintain organized bid documentation and meet proposal deadlines.

Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct occasional site visits as needed.

Qualifications

3+ years of estimating experience within asphalt paving, heavy civil, roadway, or site development construction.

Strong understanding of asphalt paving operations, grading, and earthwork.

Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.

Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously.

Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Preferred Software Experience

HCSS HeavyBid

B2W Estimate

AGTEK

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Excel

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