Estimator I

Resource Environmental Solutions LLC • Pittsburgh, PA

10h • Hybrid

About The Position

RES is looking for an Estimator I to join our team. As an Estimator I at RES, you’ll play a key supporting role in helping us assess, cost, and price various types of restoration and construction projects. This position is ideal for someone with a background or interest in construction management, civil/environmental engineering, or civil/environmental fieldwork who has some estimation experience and is eager to expand that experience. You’ll work with experienced estimators, project managers, and technical teams to understand plans at different stages, perform quantity takeoffs, and generate cost estimates that support bids and project development.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• 2+ years of experience in environmental/civil construction management or related field work
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Valid driver’s license
• Prior experience with estimating software or digital plan review tools (i.e. Bluebeam, Adobe, etc.)
• Exposure to reading, understanding, and/or implementing construction drawings/plan sets
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in calculations
• Willingness and ability to learn technical tools and systems
• Ability to self-start and make educated assumptions to move tasks forward
• A collaborative mindset with the initiative to solve problems and improve processes

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, environmental science, or related field
• Prior experience estimating stream and wetland construction/restoration projects

Responsibilities

• Assess, cost, and price various types of restoration and construction projects.
• Understand plans at different stages.
• Perform quantity takeoffs.
• Generate cost estimates that support bids and project development.
• Review project details, interpreting mapping and/or plans for sequencing, constructability, and crew composition.
• Visit potential project sites to perform early-stage constructability assessments.
• Perform design-review site walks.
• Meet with internal or external crews to prepare for construction.
• Build new vendor and subcontractor relationships.
• Maintain our current network of vendors and subcontractors.
• Estimate crew packages for new opportunities.
• Contact suppliers to confirm current pricing.

Benefits

• Hands-on learning opportunities
• Exposure to real-world construction plans/concepts, estimation tools, and restoration projects
• Supportive team environment with experienced professionals
• Mission-driven work focused on restoring land, protecting waterways, and building sustainable infrastructure
• Opportunities to visit project sites

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED