Sitework & Utilities Estimator

Sitework & Utilities Estimator / Senior Estimator

Location: Charleston, SC 29407

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Position Overview

The company is seeking a Sitework & Utilities Estimator or Senior Estimator with strong heavy civil construction estimating experience, particularly in earthwork and underground utilities .

The Estimator/Senior Estimator will manage the full estimating and bidding process, from plan review and takeoff through bid submission, customer follow-up, and post-award turnover.

Key Responsibilities

• Review plans and specifications and conduct a detailed page-turn before beginning takeoff.
• Perform comprehensive and accurate quantity takeoffs for earthwork and underground utility scopes.
• Develop complete estimates for self-performed work, including labor, equipment, crew production rates, shrink/swell, undercut, and weather assumptions.
• Identify required subcontractors and vendors and prepare/send RFQs.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and vendor pricing.
• Conduct pre-bid site visits and evaluate site conditions, access, dewatering requirements, underground/overhead obstructions, and geotechnical information.
• Prepare complete bid packages and professional proposals.
• Develop clear scopes of work, exclusions, clarifications, and assumptions.
• Participate in customer negotiations and respond to customer questions and requests.
• Follow up on submitted bids until the outcome is determined.
• Manage multiple estimates simultaneously while meeting bid deadlines.
• On awarded projects, finalize the estimate and prepare a comprehensive turnover package for the Preconstruction and project management teams.
• Participate in turnover and preconstruction meetings.
• Remain involved with subcontractor/vendor selection and negotiate buyout savings while following company policies.
• Senior Estimators will also assist in mentoring and developing other estimators.

Required Technical Skills

• AGTEK - required.
• HCSS HeavyBid - required.
• B2W/Bid2Win experience may be considered transferable.
• Microsoft Excel for detailed estimating and quantity calculations.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Trimble Business Center.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and related estimating/project management systems.

Required Experience

• Heavy civil construction estimating experience.

• Strong experience with earthwork and utility estimating.

• Knowledge of:

• Earthwork

• Storm drainage

• Water

• Sewer

• Base

• Paving

• Ability to develop accurate and competitive estimates.

• Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, scopes, and project requirements.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and work under tight bid deadlines.

Experience Level

Estimator

• Minimum 5 years of heavy civil construction experience, including estimating.

Senior Estimator

• Minimum 10 years of experience, including complex multi-phase sitework and utility packages.
• Experience mentoring or developing other estimators preferred.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• Equivalent construction and estimating experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to travel to project sites for pre-bid meetings and site visits.
• Willingness to work extended hours when required by bid schedules.

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Fuel reimbursement
• Relocation assistance
• Professional development assistance