We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Estimator to join a growing civil construction and site development team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career, including recent graduates, who is interested in building a long-term career in estimating.
This individual will support the estimating team in preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for commercial and residential site development projects while gaining hands-on experience in civil construction estimating processes.
Compensation
Target compensation range: $70,000 to $90,000 annually
Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications
Responsibilities
Assist in preparing detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for civil and site development projects
Review plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and bid documents
Support analysis of labor, equipment, material, and subcontractor pricing
Help solicit and organize subcontractor and supplier quotes
Assist in preparing bid proposals and supporting documentation
Work with project managers and operations teams to ensure estimate accuracy
Participate in pre-bid meetings and occasional site visits
Maintain organized estimating files and bid tracking logs
Learn to identify value engineering and cost-saving opportunities
Qualifications
1 to 3 years of experience in civil construction, site development, grading, excavation, utilities, or related exposure
Recent graduates in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field strongly encouraged to apply
Exposure to estimating concepts or internships in civil construction preferred
AGTEK experience is a plus but not required for junior candidates
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Basic understanding of earthwork, underground utilities, grading, and site development preferred
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits
401(k) plan with 4 percent company match
Health insurance with up to $450/month employer contribution
Dental, vision, legal, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, accident, hospitalization, and whole life coverage options
Strong career growth opportunities within a growing organization
Collaborative and safety-focused work environment
Numbers & Facts
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina
Skills
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Civil Engineeringunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Constructionunmatched
Construction Drawingsunmatched
Construction Estimatesunmatched
Construction Managementunmatched
Cost Controlunmatched
Cost Estimatesunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Earthmoving/Earthworksunmatched
Excavationunmatched
File Maintenanceunmatched
Legalunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Pricingunmatched
Proposal Writingunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Value Engineeringunmatched
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