Job Description
Civil Sitework Estimator
Our client is a long-standing, family-operated heavy civil construction organization serving public and private clients across the Mid-Atlantic. The company specializes in site development, underground utilities, roadway construction, excavation, grading, and related infrastructure projects, with a reputation for delivering complex projects safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of quality.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for civil sitework, utility, excavation, grading, paving, and infrastructure projects.
- Review plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and bid documents.
- Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
- Develop detailed bid proposals and pricing strategies.
- Identify project risks, constructability concerns, and value-engineering opportunities.
- Collaborate with operations, project management, and field teams during preconstruction efforts.
- Participate in bid reviews, scope analysis, and project handoff meetings.
- Maintain estimating databases, historical cost information, and market pricing trends.
- Support public and private bidding opportunities.
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
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Background in heavy civil construction, site development, utilities, roadway, or infrastructure projects.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Experience working with municipalities, developers, general contractors, or public agencies is preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Experience with estimating software and digital takeoff tools preferred.
Required Skills and Experience
- Proven experience estimating civil sitework and heavy construction projects.
- Strong understanding of excavation, grading, underground utilities, paving, and related construction scopes.
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and bid packages.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating software platforms.
- Experience preparing detailed quantity takeoffs and cost analyses.
- Knowledge of subcontractor procurement and bid evaluation processes.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Valid driver's license and ability to visit project sites as needed.
What's on Offer
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to join a respected and growing heavy civil construction organization as a Civil Sitework Estimator.
- Exposure to high-profile infrastructure, utility, and site development projects.
- Collaborative team environment with experienced construction professionals.
- Long-term career growth and advancement potential.
- Established project pipeline across multiple market sectors.
If you would like to join a growing team as a Civil Sitework Estimator in the Wilmington area, apply now!
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Numbers & Facts
| Location | Wilmington, Delaware |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $99,000–$121,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
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