Civil Estimator | Commercial Paving, Concrete & Sitework
Location: Greater Chicago Area, IL
Salary: $100,000–$120,000 base, depending on experience
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
We are partnering with an established commercial paving and site construction contractor in the Chicagoland area to hire an experienced Civil Estimator .
This opportunity is ideal for someone with a strong background in commercial asphalt paving, concrete, and sitework who enjoys developing competitive bids and working closely with project teams to ensure successful execution.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on estimating experience, a strong understanding of construction costs, and the ability to manage estimates from initial takeoffs through final bid submission.
Key Responsibilities
- Review civil drawings, specifications, bid documents, and project requirements for commercial paving, concrete, and sitework projects.
- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for asphalt paving, concrete flatwork, grading, excavation, and related site improvements.
- Develop accurate estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
- Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes to ensure competitive pricing.
- Prepare comprehensive bid proposals, cost breakdowns, and supporting documentation.
- Collaborate with project managers, field operations, and vendors to align estimates with actual construction requirements.
- Identify potential project risks, scope gaps, and cost-saving opportunities.
- Manage multiple estimates and bid deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Qualifications
- Previous estimating experience with a commercial paving, concrete, civil construction, or sitework contractor.
- Strong understanding of asphalt paving, concrete installation, grading, excavation, and site preparation.
- Experience performing quantity takeoffs and preparing detailed construction estimates.
- Ability to read and interpret civil construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
- Knowledge of labor productivity, material pricing, equipment costs, and subcontractor coordination.
- Strong organizational, communication
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