Highlights
Due to continued growth and an expanding project backlog, our client is seeking an experienced Heavy Highway Civil Estimator to join their preconstruction team in Ewing, NJ. Our client is a well-established heavy civil construction contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure and transportation projects throughout New Jersey and the surrounding region.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Ewing, NJ |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $170,000–$230,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
Description
Heavy Highway Civil Estimator
Our client is a well-established heavy civil construction contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure and transportation projects throughout New Jersey and the surrounding region. With decades of industry experience, they specialize in roadway construction, site development, utility installation, paving, bridge work, and public infrastructure improvements. The organization is known for its commitment to safety, quality, and long-term employee development.
Job Description
Due to continued growth and an expanding project backlog, our client is seeking an experienced Heavy Highway Civil Estimator to join their preconstruction team in Ewing, NJ. Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for heavy highway, roadway, utility, bridge, and civil infrastructure projects.
- Analyze drawings, specifications, geotechnical reports, and bid documents.
- Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
- Develop competitive bid proposals for municipal, state, and private-sector projects.
- Coordinate with project managers, operations teams, and senior leadership during the bid process.
- Review project risks, labor requirements, equipment needs, and construction methods.
- Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and client consultations as required.
- Maintain current market knowledge regarding labor, equipment, and material costs.
- Assist with budgeting, value engineering, and project procurement activities.
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.
The Successful Applicant
Ideal Qualifications:
- 5+ years of estimating experience within heavy civil, highway, transportation, or public works construction.
- Strong understanding of DOT, municipal, and infrastructure construction projects.
- Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to interpret construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
What's on Offer
Compensation
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
- Performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company contribution.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- Vehicle allowance or company vehicle (where applicable).
- Long-term career advancement opportunities with a growing organization.
- Salary range of $170,000 to $230,000.
- Benefits disclosed upon offer.
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.
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