Project Estimator

Job Title

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for civil and environmental scopes including:
• Site work and earthwork
• Utilities (storm, sanitary, water)
• Environmental remediation projects
• Vapor intrusion mitigation systems
• Geomembranes, liners, and specialty environmental materials
• Review and analyze plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and environmental reports (Phase I/II, RAPs, RAWPs, etc.).
• Solicit, review, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Develop bid pricing, alternates, and value engineering options.
• Identify project risks, assumptions, exclusions, and constructability issues.
• Assist project managers with budgets, job cost forecasting, and change order pricing.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site walks, and scope reviews.
• Support project handoff from estimating to operations teams.
• Maintain historical cost data and unit pricing databases.
• Ensure environmental compliance considerations are included in estimates (soil handling, groundwater management, safety, monitoring, reporting).

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in civil construction and/or environmental contracting.
• Strong knowledge of site work, utility construction, and environmental remediation practices.
• Ability to read and interpret civil and environmental drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Proficiency in estimating software such as Bluebeam, PlanSwift, HeavyBid, or similar tools.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Experience with environmental construction means and methods preferred.
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations (NJDEP, NYSDEC, etc.) preferred.
• Field experience in civil or environmental construction preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Health Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Exposure to Environmental & Civil Infrastructure Projects