Estimation Engineer – GC Civil (USA-Based Experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and bid proposals for civil and infrastructure projects including roads, highways, utilities, earthworks, drainage, and site development.
• Analyze construction drawings, specifications, addenda, and RFP/RFQ documents in accordance with U.S. standards.
• Develop conceptual, preliminary, and final estimates with appropriate cost breakdown structures.
• Lead the bid process including scope review, risk assessment, value engineering, and pricing strategies.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotes within U.S. markets.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, procurement, and operations teams to ensure accurate project costing.
• Review historical cost data and maintain cost databases aligned with U.S. labor, material, and equipment rates.
• Identify project risks, contingencies, and opportunities for cost optimization.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. construction codes, safety standards, labor laws, and contractual requirements.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, post-bid reviews, and client presentations.
• Mentor junior estimators and support continuous improvement in estimating processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in civil construction estimating with a General Contractor.
• Proven USA-based estimating experience on civil/infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of U.S. construction methods, materials, labor productivity, and subcontractor pricing.
• Proficiency in industry-standard estimating software such as PlanSwift, Bluebeam, Primavera, HCSS, Sage, or similar.
• Strong skills in Excel, cost analysis, and bid leveling.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• GC Estimation : 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person