Junior Estimator- Civil Construction

Invoke Staffing
  • Raleigh, North Carolina
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Junior Estimator


    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

    LocationRaleigh, 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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