Highlights
Their portfolio includes land development, roadway improvements, utility installations, excavation, grading, paving, stormwater management, and municipal infrastructure projects. If you have a strong background in civil construction estimating and want to contribute to the successful delivery of infrastructure and site development projects throughout the Philadelphia region, we'd love to hear from you.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $81,000–$99,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
Description
Civil Estimator
Our client is a leading civil contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure and site development projects across Pennsylvania and the surrounding region. Their portfolio includes land development, roadway improvements, utility installations, excavation, grading, paving, stormwater management, and municipal infrastructure projects.
Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs from plans, specifications, and bid documents.
Develop comprehensive estimates for civil construction projects.
Analyze project scopes, risks, schedules, and bid requirements.
Solicit, review, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals.
Prepare conceptual, budgetary, and hard-bid estimates.
Perform cost analyses for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
Identify value engineering opportunities and alternative construction approaches.
Coordinate with project management and operations teams during bid preparation.
Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as required.
Maintain current market pricing for labor, equipment, and materials.
Assist with bid submissions, proposal development, and project turnover following award.
Support business development efforts by helping identify competitive opportunities.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
A successful Civil Estimator should have:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
3+ years of estimating experience within civil construction.
Strong background in site development, utility installation, earthwork, grading, paving, or infrastructure projects.
Ability to read and interpret civil plans, specifications, and geotechnical reports.
Experience preparing estimates for projects valued from $1M to $50M+.
Proficiency with estimating software such as HCSS HeavyBid, Agtek, Bluebeam, Bid2Win, or similar platforms.
Advanced Excel and analytical skills.
Strong understanding of construction means, methods, and production rates.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Preferred Experience:
Site Development
Underground Utilities
Roadway & Highway Construction
Earthwork & Excavation
Stormwater Management Systems
Municipal Infrastructure Projects
Land Development
Heavy Civil Construction
Key Traits:
Detail-oriented and analytical.
Strong mathematical aptitude.
Self-motivated and proactive.
Excellent problem-solving abilities.
Collaborative team player.
Driven to produce accurate and competitive estimates.
What's on Offer:
Competitive base salary.
Annual performance-based bonus.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
401(k) with company match.
Generous PTO and paid holidays.
Professional development and continuing education support.
Career advancement into Senior Estimator or Preconstruction Manager roles.
Opportunity to work on large-scale civil infrastructure projects.
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Stable project pipeline and long-term career growth.
Modern estimating tools and technology resources.
If you have a strong background in civil construction estimating and want to contribute to the successful delivery of infrastructure and site development projects throughout the Philadelphia region, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today as a Civil Estimator!
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.