Multiple Roles - Proactive

A civil estimator specializing in site work and earthwork analyzes construction plans, soil conditions, and project specifications to accurately quantify excavation, grading, utilities, and material requirements. They prepare detailed cost estimates and schedules, balancing technical data with field knowledge to ensure projects are both feasible and financially sound.

Client Details

Our client is a long‑established, New Jersey-based contracting company known for its extensive service offerings and strong technical capabilities. Founded in 1996, the firm provides a wide range of site‑related and environmental services-including wetland mitigation, erosion control, hydroseeding, railroad spraying, landfill work, soil stabilization, tree clearing, planting, and irrigation-and operates with state‑of‑the‑art equipment to handle projects of any size or complexity. Aspen is a MWSBE and a union signatory, serving both public and private sectors and being registered to work with more than two dozen public agencies across New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. The company is headquartered in NJ, and emphasizes integrity, safety, and high‑quality workmanship, delivering projects through a team of experienced professionals dedicated to exceeding client expectations.

Description

• Reviews construction plans, geotechnical reports, and project specifications to determine the scope of excavation, grading, utilities, and site development work.
• Calculates cut-and-fill quantities, material needs, trucking, labor, and equipment costs using takeoff software and field knowledge.
• Prepares detailed cost estimates, budgets, and bid proposals for site work and earthwork projects.
• Evaluates project risks, soil conditions, site constraints, and constructability to ensure accurate and competitive pricing.
• Collaborates with engineers, project managers, and subcontractors to obtain pricing, confirm assumptions, and refine estimates.
• Tracks market pricing for materials, equipment, and labor to ensure estimates reflect current conditions.
• Knowledge using HCSS Heavy Bid is preferred.

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.

Profile

• Possesses strong technical knowledge of excavation, grading, utilities, stormwater systems, and general site development practices.
• Demonstrates proficiency in quantity takeoff software and civil design tools (e.g., Bluebeam, Agtek, Civil 3D).
• Has a solid understanding of interpreting civil drawings, specifications, and geotechnical reports.
• Applies practical field experience or strong constructability awareness to produce accurate and realistic estimates.
• Communicates clearly with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and clients to gather information and validate assumptions.
• Shows strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to identify risks, scope gaps, and cost drivers.
• Manages deadlines effectively and thrives in a fast‑paced bidding environment with multiple concurrent projects.
• Stays current with local market pricing, production rates, and industry standards to ensure competitive and reliable bids.

Job Offer

• Competitive annual salary range dependent upon candidate experience.
• Opportunities for bonus and additional compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package included in the offer.
• Opportunity to work on impactful property and construction projects.
• Supportive and professional work environment.
• Long-term career growth opportunities within the company.

If you're ready to take on a new challenge in Union and grow your career in the property industry, apply today!

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.