Civil Estimator

Key Responsibilities

Project Setup & Planning

• Assist the Estimator with transferring project setup from HeavyBid into HeavyJob and Foundations.
• Review the project upon award and conduct buyout alongside the Estimator, Superintendent, and OO.
• Request and submit all required submittals and shop drawings to the Engineer for approval.
• Lead internal Preconstruction Meetings with the Estimator, Superintendent, Foreman, and OO.
• Conduct external Preconstruction Meetings with the Owner/GC, Superintendent, and Foreman to ensure clear alignment at project start.

Project Management & Execution

• Review daily work in HeavyJob and weekly labor utilization and job cost reports in Foundations.
• Price and process extra work in HeavyBid, and set up approved extras in HeavyJob/Foundations.
• Conduct weekly jobsite visits to assess progress, identify unforeseen conditions, and meet with Owner/GC/Inspector representatives.
• Convert all T&M work into timely change orders to support accurate and prompt billing.
• Attend all progress and scheduling meetings with Owners/GCs, Inspectors, and field leadership.
• Create and maintain internal project schedules using Microsoft Project to support manpower allocation and track delays.
• Forecast monthly project expenses and revenues based on updated schedules and project developments.
• Maintain consistent communication with Owners/GCs/Inspectors and internal staff via phone and email to keep all parties informed.

Project Closeout

• Conduct external closeout meetings with the Owner/GC, Superintendent, and Foreman to review punch list items and ensure completion of all expectations.
• Lead internal closeout meetings with the Estimator, Superintendent, Foreman, and OO to ensure all documentation—including As-Builts, Maintenance Bonds, Completion Affidavits, Change Orders, Final Billing, Retainage Release, Lien Waivers, and Warranty Letters—is completed and submitted.
• Review final project profitability and job cost reports with the team to identify opportunities for improvement in estimating, field operations, and overall performance.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction project management, preferably in heavy civil or excavation.
• Proficiency with HeavyBid, HeavyJob, Foundations, and Microsoft Project.
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders and manage competing priorities.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to conduct regular site visits.

Why Join Bunn Excavation?

• Opportunity to lead impactful projects with a collaborative team
• Strong commitment to quality work and continuous improvement
• Competitive compensation and benefits package