Civil Estimator II

Meehan Incorporated • Anderson, SC

114d • $50,000 - $90,000

About The Position

We're looking for an experienced and motivated Estimator to join our growing civil site development and utility right-of-way (ROW) team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, field-integrated environment and brings a deep understanding of earthwork, utility installation, site prep, and forestry-related scopes. You'll play a critical role in building accurate, competitive bids that set our field teams up for success from day one. We specialize in turnkey, horizontal heavy civil work. You will create full-scope bids for sitework, line access, utility ROW, storm, grading, asphalt, curb, base, trucking and forestry-related clearing.

Requirements

• Experience estimating civil site development, ROW clearing, or utility infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of site grading, stormwater systems, utility trenching, and forestry/mulching scopes
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Office 365 tools
• Technologically savvy, with the ability to quickly learn and leverage new construction software
• Hands-on field or equipment experience (you know your cuts from your fills)

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Bid2Win, Trimble Business Center (TBC), and other takeoff/modeling platforms
• Experience with PDF markup tools
• Previous field or project management experience is a plus
• Experience coordinating with DOT, Survey, and utility companies
• Background in forestry operations, land clearing, or environmental compliance

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and proposals for civil site development, utility ROW clearing, grading, stormwater, and erosion control scopes
• Perform quantity takeoffs using digital modeling, PDFs, and engineered plans
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes for inclusion in bids
• Build bid day cost sheets, risk logs, and pre-bid schedules
• Coordinate closely with operations and field leadership to align production assumptions with real-world conditions
• Generate cost comparisons and value engineering options based on site conditions
• Maintain and update pricing based on historical performance, vendor input, and market trends
• Support pre-bid site visits and proposal presentations as needed
• Assist in scheduling and sequencing development phases, access road, utility tie-ins, and environmental work
• Be capable of estimating what is on the plan and mitigating risk
• Review plans, specs, and geotech reports for production alignment

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $50K-$90K+ based on experience + annual performance bonuses
• Great culture: Hardworking crew, straight talkers, no micromanaging
• Health Benefits: Medical, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• PTO: Vacation + sick pay
• Located in: scenic Upstate SC area-great cost of living, real work-life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees