Civil Estimator - Grading and Site Development

Civil Estimator, Grading and Site DevelopmentSan Diego, CA (Onsite, East San Diego County)Price earthwork, grading, and site development packages for an established Southern California heavy civil contractor that self-performs its work, so you will see your estimates built by its own crews. Projects range from small jobs to major utility, Caltrans-scale, public works, and private development work. Pay is $120K to $150K plus full benefits. No degree is required.Must-Haves5+ years of estimating in civil grading, earthwork, heavy civil, or underground utility constructionExperience estimating grading, site development, and horizontal civil projects, including large underground utility workTrack record of public works bidding (prevailing wage, DIR) plus private development bidsProficiency with HeavyBid, B2W, Bluebeam Revu, PlanSwift, and advanced ExcelAbility to build unit costs from historical production dataBased in Southern California and able to commute daily to East San Diego CountyWhat You'll DoPerform take-offs for earthwork, cut and fill, mass and fine grading, and site developmentTake off related sewer, water, storm drain, dry utilities, trenching, shoring, paving, and concreteBuild estimates from labor, equipment, production rates, materials, and sub quotesPrepare competitive bids for public agencies, utility owners, and private developersNegotiate supplier and subcontractor pricingAttend pre-bid meetings and site walks, and submit proposals on deadlineWork with PMs, engineers, and field crews on constructability and value engineeringMaintain the unit cost database and support turnover and change ordersNice-to-HavesCivil engineering or construction management backgroundFederal or state transportation agency bidding experienceWhat You'll Get$120,000 to $150,000 base salaryMedical and dental plan options; voluntary vision, life, and AD&D401(k) with company matchPaid vacation, holidays, and sick timeEAP and AflacAbout the CompanyAn established Southern California heavy civil contractor that self-performs grading, site work, and underground utility projects for public and private clients.