Junior Earthworks Estimator

TerraFirma•Austin, TX

25d

About The Position

The Junior Earthworks Estimator supports the preparation of accurate, competitive cost estimates for earthworks and site development projects. Working with estimators, engineers, project managers, and business development, the role turns project plans, field information, and pricing inputs into bids. It is intended for someone early in their career seeking hands-on experience in heavy civil estimating, with opportunities to contribute to takeoffs, pricing, bid organization, subcontractor and supplier coordination, and improvements to estimating processes while developing as an estimator.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in construction, civil engineering, estimating, earthworks, or heavy civil projects.
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Interest in heavy civil construction, estimating, and field operations.
Comfort working in a fast-paced startup environment.
Willingness to relocate to Austin, Texas, if not within commuting distance.
Ability to travel to job sites across Texas.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field; preferred but not required.
Familiarity with construction estimating software such as Trimble, B2W, AGTEK, Bluebeam, or similar tools; helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist with quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for earthworks and site development projects, including materials, labor, equipment, and subcontracted scope.
Review project plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and bid documents to understand project scope and identify cost drivers.
Collaborate with estimators, engineers, project managers, and business development managers to gather information for accurate estimates.
Support subcontractor and supplier outreach for pricing, scope clarification, and bid coverage.
Help develop estimating standard operating procedures and templates to support lean, fast, and low-risk bidding.
Participate in site visits, pre-bid walkthroughs, and customer interactions needed to scope and advance project bidding.
Maintain organized documentation of estimates, takeoffs, pricing inputs, assumptions, and bid packages.
Monitor project costs during construction, compare them with estimates, and identify variances to improve future bids.
Assist with bid leveling, scope comparisons, and internal estimate reviews.