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Civil Sitework Estimator

Somerville, New Jersey Permanent USD100,000 - USD140,000 per year View Job Description
A civil sitework estimator calculates costs for land development projects by analyzing plans to quantify materials, labor, and equipment needed for grading, utilities, paving, and drainage. They prepare detailed bids and budgets, assess risks, and coordinate with engineers, contractors, and suppliers to ensure accurate and competitive project pricing.
  • Well established company with strong reputation in the industry.
  • Opportunities for growth and development.

About Our Client

Our client is a family-owned civil construction company founded in 1949 and based in New Jersey, providing services across the Northeast, including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York. The company specializes in sitework, paving, utilities, environmental remediation, engineering, and demolition, delivering projects for public, commercial, and private clients while emphasizing safety, quality workmanship, and long-term client relationships.

Job Description

  • Perform quantity takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and geotechnical reports
  • Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes
  • Develop cost estimates using estimating software and historical data
  • Review project scope to identify gaps, risks, and value engineering opportunities
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors
  • Prepare and present bid proposals and supporting documentation
  • Collaborate with project managers during handoff and preconstruction phases
  • Monitor market conditions (materials, labor, fuel) to adjust estimates
  • Ensure compliance with local codes, environmental regulations, and permitting requirements
  • Analyze productivity rates and equipment usage for accurate costing
  • Support change order pricing and project cost tracking during construction
  • Maintain organized estimate files and continuously improve estimating processes



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

  • Strong understanding of civil construction methods (earthwork, utilities, paving, drainage)
  • Proven experience performing accurate quantity takeoffs and cost estimates
  • Proficiency with estimating software (e.g., HCSS, Bluebeam, Agtek, or similar tools)
  • High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and soil reports
  • Experience managing bids from initial review through final submission
  • Solid knowledge of local construction costs, labor rates, and material pricing
  • Effective communicator who can collaborate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple bids under tight deadlines
  • Commercial awareness to identify risks, value engineering opportunities, and cost-saving strategies
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with vendors and subcontractors
  • Self-motivated, deadline-driven, and capable of working independently or within a team
  • Familiarity with permitting requirements, codes, and environmental considerations
  • Experience supporting project handoff and transition into construction phases

What's on Offer

  • Competitive annual salary range depending upon candidate experience.
  • Opportunities for bonus and additional compensation.
  • Comprehensive benefits package included in the offer.
  • Opportunities to work on diverse and challenging projects within the property industry.
  • A supportive and professional work environment that values employee growth.
  • Potential for career advancement within the construction department.



Contact
Aidan Clinton
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7021850

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Estimator
Industry
Property
Location
Somerville
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Aidan Clinton
Job Reference
JN-052026-7021850