Excavation Estimator

Excavation EstimatorPosition Overview

We are seeking an experienced Excavation Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive, and profitable bids for residential and commercial site development projects. This role involves reviewing project plans, performing quantity takeoffs, calculating project costs, and coordinating with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to develop comprehensive estimates for earthwork, grading, underground utilities, and site preparation.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in excavation and construction estimating, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to evaluate project requirements from initial takeoff through bid submission and project handoff.

Please note: This is an in-person position, and candidates must currently reside in Michigan.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Analysis: Review construction plans, blueprints, specifications, and site conditions to determine project scope and requirements.


• Cost Estimation: Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other project-related expenses.


• Quantity Takeoffs: Accurately calculate earthwork volumes, excavation quantities, pipe lengths, and material requirements.


• Bid Preparation and Submission: Develop and submit competitive, detailed bids and proposals for residential and commercial sitework projects.


• Subcontractor and Supplier Coordination: Request and evaluate quotes, negotiate pricing, and coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure accurate project costing.


• Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, clients, and internal teams to clarify project requirements and ensure estimate accuracy.


• Site Visits: Conduct pre-bid site visits to assess existing conditions, identify potential challenges, and evaluate project requirements.


• Estimating Software: Utilize estimating software and Microsoft Office applications to prepare, organize, and manage project estimates.


• Project Handoff: Communicate awarded project details, estimated costs, and scope information to the operations team to support a smooth project transition.


• Change Orders: Assist with pricing and preparing change orders as project scopes and requirements evolve.

Key Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in excavation and construction estimating.


• Proven experience estimating excavation, grading, underground utilities, or heavy civil construction projects.


• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.


• Proficiency in construction estimating software and Microsoft Office applications.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Strong negotiation, organizational, and time-management abilities.


• Ability to review construction drawings, interpret specifications, and accurately calculate project costs.


• Ability to work collaboratively with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal project teams.


• Must currently reside in Michigan and be available to work in person.

Typical Projects

• Earthwork and grading


• Underground utilities, including water, sewer, and storm drainage


• Residential and commercial site development


• Site preparation and excavation

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan


• 401(k) matching


• Dental insurance


• Health insurance


• Life insurance


• Paid time off (PTO)

Required Experience:

• Excavation: 5 years


• Construction estimating: 5 years

Work Location: In person