About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Construction / Sewer Services.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Junior Construction Estimator / Project Coordinator to support estimating and project management for sewer services and construction contracts. You will assist in preparing competitive bids, organizing bid packages, and coordinating internal teams to ensure timely, accurate submissions.

• Assist with takeoffs and estimating for sewer maintenance, manhole rehabilitation, and related construction work
• Review project plans, specifications, and addenda to identify scope and clarifications
• Organize bid documents and keep bid logs, schedules, and subcontractor/vendor quotes current
• Prepare basic cost spreadsheets and summaries using Microsoft Excel
• Coordinate communication between estimating, operations, and field teams
• Track deadlines, manage document control, and follow up on missing information
• Support post-bid activities such as scope clarifications and bid reconciliations
• Attend internal estimate review meetings and take notes/action items

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Qualifications

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn construction estimating processes.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer proficiency: Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize deadlines
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a small team
• Dependable, punctual, and professional
• Strong work ethic and desire for professional growth

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Preferred

• High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field preferred
• Any coursework or internships in construction, estimating, or project coordination a plus
• Familiarity with construction terminology and bid processes

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Compensation & Employment Type

• Estimated base compensation: $40,612 per year (estimated by source) — actual pay may vary based on experience and location.
• Employment type: Full-time (typical for this role)

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Location & Travel

• Location: United States (national posting). Some positions may require awareness of local project sites and occasional travel to project locations or job sites as required by the client.
• This posting does not indicate a remote role; local on-site visits and in-office collaboration may be expected depending on the assignment.

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Why Join

• Entry-level opportunity with structured on-the-job training to build a long-term career in construction estimating and project coordination
• Work with an experienced team in a specialized sewer services / construction environment
• Opportunity to develop technical estimating skills and move into higher responsibility roles over time

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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