Construction Estimator Coronet Construction Inc Addison, IL Job Details Full-time $85,000 - $105,000 a year 2 days ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Qualifications PlanSwift Excavation Industrial construction experience Commercial construction project management Bidding project phase Construction plans Construction drawing review Estimating construction project budgets Blueprint reading Concrete Cost estimate preparation Estimation for industrial construction Earthmoving Construction estimating Full Job Description Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Construction Estimator - Heavy Civil to support bidding efforts across residential, commercial, and industrial projects. This role focuses on excavation, building concrete and site concrete. The Estimator will work closely with operations and leadership to deliver accurate, competitive, and well-documented estimates. The Estimator will report directly to the Senior Estimator for bid reviews, clarifications, and pricing strategy discussions. Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for residential, commercial, and industrial projects
• Estimate excavation, building concrete and site concrete scopes of work
• Analyze construction plans, specifications, addenda, and geotechnical reports
• Develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost breakdowns
• Solicit, review, and level subcontractor and supplier pricing
• Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, and project risks
• Participate in bid review meetings with the Senior Estimator
• Respond to bid-related questions and clarifications
• Assist with value engineering and alternate pricing
• Maintain organized estimate files and bid documentation
• Support handoff from estimating to project management Required Qualifications
• Proven experience estimating heavy civil construction projects
• Experience estimating residential, commercial, and industrial work
• Direct experience using PlanSwift estimating software
• Direct experience using EarthWorks estimating software
• Strong understanding of earthwork production, concrete, and wet utilities
• Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, and utility plans
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple bids and meet tight deadlines Preferred Experience
• 5+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction
• Experience with mass grading and site development.
• Knowledge of regional pricing and local means
• Field experience or close coordination with operations teams Reporting Structure This position reports directly to the Senior Estimator and works closely with Project Managers, Operations, and Company Leadership.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Health insurance

Experience:

Construction estimating: 5 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person