Estimator

Roloff Construction•Omaha, NE

22d

About The Position

Roloff Construction is seeking an experienced Estimator to own the bid process from day one. The role prepares estimates for underground utility projects—including water, sanitary sewer, and storm systems—and concrete paving projects, and supports municipal, new development, and private work. The Estimator takes projects from quantity takeoffs through production rates, crew and equipment costs, and final pricing, while ensuring bids comply with plans, specifications, bid documents, and deadlines. The position also evaluates project risks and scope opportunities, develops supplier and subcontractor pricing, processes change orders, tracks upcoming bids, and coordinates awarded work with project managers and field leaders. Job cost feedback is used to keep future estimates aligned with field execution. Roloff Construction is a 100% employee-owned company. The posting highlights the opportunity for an estimator to share in company success through employee ownership and to make an impact from the first bid.

Requirements

At least 5 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction.
Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software and strong Excel skills.
Solid understanding of production rates, equipment costs, and material pricing in the Midwest market.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Sound judgment under bid-day pressure.
Ability to communicate clearly with project managers, field leaders, vendors, and subcontractors.

Nice To Haves

Underground utility and/or concrete paving estimating experience is strongly preferred.
A proven track record preparing and submitting hard bids on public work.
New construction experience is strongly preferred.
A degree in construction management, civil engineering, business, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience is also acceptable.

Responsibilities

Build accurate, competitive estimates for underground utility and concrete paving projects, including quantity takeoffs, production rates, crew and equipment costs, and final pricing.
Lead hard bids for municipal, new development, and private work while ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, bid documents, and deadlines.
Review plans, specifications, addenda, and geotechnical reports to identify risks, scope gaps, and opportunities.
Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
Price and process change orders in a timely, well-documented manner.
Monitor bid sites, track upcoming lettings, and maintain the master bid schedule.
Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as needed.
Hand off awarded work to project managers and field leaders, clearly explaining how the work was bid.
Use job cost feedback to keep estimates aligned with how work is actually built.