Civil Estimator

• Great estimating opportunity with top NJ GC
• Very competitive base and benefits

About Our Client

Our client is a leading civil construction contractor with a strong presence throughout New Jersey, specializing in heavy civil construction, sitework, earthwork, underground utilities, roadway improvements, and public infrastructure projects. The company has built a reputation for delivering high-quality projects for public and private sector clients while maintaining long-standing relationships with municipalities, developers, general contractors, and state agencies.


With a healthy backlog of work and continued growth across the region, the organization offers employees the opportunity to work on high-profile projects in a collaborative and performance-driven environment.

Job Description

• Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates for civil construction projects.
• Manage the entire bidding process from bid invitation through proposal submission.
• Review plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and contract documents to determine project scope and pricing strategies.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for earthwork, utilities, roadways, grading, paving, drainage, and other civil disciplines.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate pricing from subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Develop labor, equipment, material, and production cost estimates.
• Analyze project risks, opportunities, and constructability concerns.
• Coordinate closely with project managers, operations leaders, and executives during bid reviews.
• Prepare conceptual budgets, GMPs, competitive bids, and value engineering recommendations.
• Track historical cost data and maintain estimating databases.
• Lead preconstruction meetings and support client presentations when required.
• Mentor and develop junior estimators and estimating team members.
• Monitor market trends, material pricing, and labor conditions impacting project costs.
• Assist with business development initiatives and strategic pursuit planning.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline preferred.
• 7-15+ years of estimating experience within heavy civil, site development, infrastructure, utilities, highway, roadway, or public works construction.
• Previous leadership experience managing an estimating team is highly desirable.
• Strong proficiency in estimating software such as HCSS HeavyBid, Bid2Win, InEight, Bluebeam, AGTEK, or similar platforms.
• Extensive experience performing quantity takeoffs and developing self-perform civil construction estimates.
• Strong understanding of means and methods associated with excavation, grading, utilities, paving, drainage, and infrastructure construction.
• Experience estimating projects ranging from $1M to $100M+.
• Proven ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of New Jersey public bid requirements and procurement processes.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, clients, and internal stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commercial mindset and commitment to accuracy.

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary: $140,000 - $220,000+ depending on experience.
• Annual performance bonus and incentive opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match.
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Hybrid flexibility where applicable.
• Clear pathway to Director of Estimating or Preconstruction leadership positions.
• Opportunity to work on major infrastructure, site development, and public works projects across New Jersey.
• Stable, growing organization with a strong project pipeline and repeat client base.
• Collaborative leadership team and strong investment in employee development.

Interested? Apply today.