Junior Estimator - Civil Construction: Manville, NJ
Michael Page International
- Manville, NJ
- 13 days ago
Highlights
Known for delivering high-quality work, maintaining strong client relationships, and investing in employee development, the company offers a collaborative environment where team members can grow their careers and gain exposure to a wide variety of projects. The successful candidate will work closely with senior estimators and operations personnel to prepare accurate cost estimates and support the bidding process from initial review through project award.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Manville, NJ |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $100,000–$130,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
Description
Junior Estimator
Our client is a respected civil construction contractor specializing in site development, utilities, roadway improvements, earthwork, and infrastructure projects throughout New Jersey. Known for delivering high-quality work, maintaining strong client relationships, and investing in employee development, the company offers a collaborative environment where team members can grow their careers and gain exposure to a wide variety of projects.
Due to continued growth and an expanding project pipeline, our client is seeking a Junior Estimator to join their estimating team in Manville, NJ. This role is ideal for candidates looking to build a long-term career in construction estimating and project management. The successful candidate will work closely with senior estimators and operations personnel to prepare accurate cost estimates and support the bidding process from initial review through project award.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in preparing detailed cost estimates for civil construction projects.
- Perform quantity takeoffs from plans, specifications, and construction drawings.
- Review bid documents, project specifications, and contract requirements.
- Solicit pricing from subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
- Maintain and update estimate spreadsheets and cost databases.
- Support bid submissions and proposal preparation.
- Attend pre-bid meetings and occasional site visits.
- Collaborate with project managers, field staff, and senior estimators to ensure estimate accuracy.
- Assist in evaluating project risks, opportunities, and value engineering options.
- Organize project documentation and maintain bid records.
The company 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. The company encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
- Internship or prior experience in construction, estimating, engineering, or project coordination is a plus.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with Bluebeam, HCSS, HeavyBid, or other estimating software is a plus.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Eagerness to learn and develop within the civil construction industry.
What's on offer:
- Competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $130,000 USD.
- Annual performance bonus opportunity.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
- Clear career progression into Estimator and Senior Estimator positions.
Interested? Apply today!
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.