Junior Civil Estimator

A junior estimator helps a lead estimator calculate the costs of materials and other aspects of a construction or manufacturing project. Their responsibilities include preparing costs estimates, developing bid proposals, and assessing technical aspects of the project.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established General Contractor in the state of New Jersey. They have been in the industry for 25+ years and have been ranked as one of the best places to work for years. Employee satisfaction is one of their top priorities, so they offer great benefits, compensation packages, and a variety of other perks. If you are looking to join a successful company, with strong values and a collaborative work environment, this is a great opportunity for you!

• Project Portfolio: (heavy civil construction) roads, concrete, paving, utilities, earthwork, grading
• Strong Compensation and Benefits Package (with bonus)
• They have an established culture and a number of employees with long tenure
• Strong pipeline of projects through 2024 leading into 2025

Description

The key responsibilities of the Junior Estimator:

• Managing all documentation to ensure the project is compliant, remains on schedule, and remains within budget while monitoring all costs.
• Obtaining, assembling, distributing, and filling all as-built drawings, warranties, certificates of occupancy, and lien releases.
• Scheduling projects in logical steps and budgeting time required to meet deadlines.
• Building and maintaining relationships critical to the success of the overall project and company
• Track and analyze data to reduce gaps between estimates and actual costs.
• Obtain and track subcontract bids and negotiate budgets.
• Prepare and present estimate documentation, including gaps in available data.
• Prepares estimates according to the requirements of multiple delivery systems. Reviews quotes and estimates with the project management team
• Assists with certain post-bid buyouts.
• Initiates and participates in meet and greet presentations with subcontractors and suppliers.

Profile

The successful Estimator:

• BS degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or Project Management preferred
• 2+ years of general contracting estimating experience required
• Experience with conceptual estimating
• Ground up project knowledge and experience

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary dependent upon experience and qualification
• 401K match and Profit Sharing in Benefits Package
• Career Stability with Business Development Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Paid Maternity and Paternity leave

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