Construction Cost Estimator - #2715.04

Job Description

Job Description

What We Offer:

Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

Position Description:

We are looking for a Construction Cost Estimator to join our Construction Department to improve infrastructure in either our Detroit, MI, Atlanta, GA or Tampa, FL office. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management or a related field. Ten or more years of related experience and familiarity with estimation software are required. 

Typical responsibilities include: 

• Further advance our cost estimating process and systems for development of Engineers Opinion of Construction Cost estimates (EOPCC) and constructability reviews.
• Perform, provide guidance and review EOPCC estimates and constructability reviews required for Design.
• Train Design Engineers on the development of EOPCC.
• Build a team to support EOPCC development and constructability reviews. 
• Seek out innovative systems, methods and technology that will keep Wade Trim at the forefront of continuous improvement and provide the best solutions for our clients.
• Develop and implement plans to apply innovation to the practice and ultimately our clients.
• Provide technical guidance to a practice area.
• Lead or participate in market segment user group activities identifying technical, training and project management needs
• Provide QA/QC on specialty projects and assigned initiatives
• Research and provide updates to practices covered by their technology
• Mentor/coach selected staff in area of expertise
• Provide technical input on projects and initiatives
• Assist market segment in identifying skill inventory in practice of their expertise
• Provide cross training for skills developed under their practice
• Provide recommendations for standards and protocols in project delivery and deliverable format
• Host brown bag seminars for in-house staff and/or clients
• Review technical paper requests, abstracts and papers

• Utilize the network to facilitate introductions to Wade Trim and expand the client base.
• Provide technical input on sales calls, proposals, and presentations
• Participate in associations within their practice area and volunteer for leadership positions
• Write for technical publications and make presentations at conferences
• Network with industry peers

• Provide technical input on training, equipment, and software
• Research and provide recommendations for most current technical resource needs including software and skills
• Maintain a safe working environment

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field required

• 10 years or more of related experience required
• Strong understanding of construction processes, materials and labor costs. 
• Ability to estimate all types of municipal projects including heavy civil, water treatment, wastewater treatment, pump station, process mechanical, roadway, etc. 
• Familiar with estimation software and Microsoft Office Suite products
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications and perform constructability reviews.
• Able to take concept and schematic drawings and develop a meaningful estimate with detail
• 30 Hr OSHA training is preferred
• Trench and Safety training is preferred
• Valid Driver's License
• Strong written and communication skills

About Wade Trim:

Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We’ve been solving complex engineering challenges for a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.

Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning. Work/life balance is supported through a flexible, hybrid work schedule that brings team members together in the office at least three days a week and connects them virtually when working from home.

To solve our clients’ toughest challenges, we’ve devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients’ needs.

Wade Trim’s success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in a friendly environment, please submit your resume by visiting the Careers section of our website at

Wade Trim does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, or CVs from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. Any submission made without a valid, signed agreement and an approved engagement request from Wade Trim’s People Services Team will be considered the property of Wade Trim. Wade Trim reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidate submitted through unsolicited means without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. A valid agreement can only be signed by the Director of People Services. Resumes or candidate profiles submitted at the request of a Wade Trim employee who is not authorized by the People Services team do not constitute a valid engagement. Recruiters and agencies must have a current, written agreement authorized by the Director of People Services to be considered an approved vendor.

Wade Trim is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.