Self-Perform Estimator (Civil/Concrete/Marine)
The Self-Perform Estimator (Civil/Concrete/Marine) at Confidential Client is responsible for managing the estimating process primarily within self-perform concrete scopes in the heavy civil and marine markets. This role involves developing winning strategies, performing complex quantity take-offs and pricing, managing subcontractor and supplier relationships, and supporting business acquisition efforts. The position requires knowledge of labor agreements, insurance, bonding, and safety policies, contributing to accurate, competitive estimates and project selection decisions.
About Careertakes
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Summary
Confidential Client is hiring a Self-Perform Estimator (Civil / Concrete / Marine) to support heavy civil and marine estimating efforts in Manchester, MO. This on-site role focuses on self-perform concrete estimating, quantity take-offs, preliminary pricing and full estimates for heavy civil and marine projects. Estimated salary: $105,593/year (estimated).
What You’ll Do
This role supports the preconstruction and estimating team to prepare competitive, accurate proposals for heavy civil and marine projects.
- Accountable for estimating activities primarily within self-perform concrete scopes (quantity take-offs, pricing, assumptions).
- Develop preliminary and final estimates, perform complex take-offs and validate quantities.
- Support development of “win” strategies and participate in go/no-go and project selection reviews.
- Manage estimating responsibilities for alternative delivery methods and joint-venture arrangements.
- Conduct market research on pricing trends and escalation; incorporate labor, bonding and insurance assumptions.
- Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, designers and clients.
- Support business development activities including client presentations as needed.
- Ensure safety and project-risk factors are considered in estimates.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related technical field AND approximately two (2) years of related estimating experience.
- Field experience (minimum one (1) year) strongly preferred.
- Exposure to heavy civil and/or marine projects is ideal.
- Familiarity with InEight and PlanSwift is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret complex engineering documents and produce conceptual and detailed estimates.
- Knowledge of craft labor collective bargaining agreements, insurance and bonding requirements preferred.
- Strong numerical, organizational and communication skills; ability to work cross-functionally and meet deadlines.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation (estimated at $105,593/year).
- Profit-sharing plan, cash bonus programs, and annual cost-of-living adjustments.
- Health, dental and vision insurance eligibility on day one.
- Paid parental leave and continuing education reimbursement.
- Personalized career development, training programs and Professional Development Plans (PDP).
- Minimum of 29 days PTO (including holidays) for entry-level roles and additional benefits for office/project staff.
- Additional perks such as gym membership reimbursement and employee resource groups.
Growth Opportunities & Career Path
This role is on the Estimating Career Ladder. Typical progression includes Senior Estimator and Estimating Director. Confidential Client invests in technical, management and leadership development.
Location & Work Model
On-site in Manchester, MO. Local travel to project sites may be required. This position is expected to operate primarily at client/project locations; remote work is not the primary model for this role.
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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