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Jr. Estimator
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What they do
An Estimator provides cost estimates for a project, based on an evaluation of the materials, labor, time and equipment needed to complete the project. May specialize in many aspects of construction or in manufacturing and design industries.
$77,260 / year median in Pennsylvania
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Estimator / Junior Estimator Paving Division Location Fort Washington, PA (with travel to job sites across the region) About the Role Eastern LLC is a multi-disciplined contractor operating landscape, paving, and snow & ice divisions. We're hiring an Estimator (or Junior Estimator, depending on experience) to own bids and takeoffs for our paving division asphalt paving, milling, sealcoating, striping, ADA compliance work, and related site work. You'll perform quantity takeoffs both manually and using computer takeoff software, price and submit competitive proposals, and help build the historical cost data that sharpens our bidding over time. As you grow with the company, there's a real path to estimating across our landscaping and snow & ice divisions as well a rare opportunity to build a broad, long-term estimating career inside one growing contractor rather than staying siloed in a single trade. What You'll Do Perform accurate quantity takeoffs from plans, specs, and site visits using both manual measurement and takeoff software for paving scopes including asphalt paving, milling, sealcoating, striping, ADA compliance work, and concrete flatwork Prepare, price, and submit competitive, well-documented bids and proposals on deadline Conduct site walks to verify scope, access, drainage, and existing conditions Source and manage pricing from material suppliers and subcontractors Build and maintain historical cost data to improve estimating accuracy over time Track the bid pipeline, follow up on outstanding proposals, and report on win/loss trends Partner with Operations and Sales to align pricing strategy with field capacity and margin targets What You Bring Required 15 years of estimating experience in paving, asphalt, construction, or a related trade OR, for the Junior Estimator track, strong math skills, construction familiarity, and a genuine willingness to learn (no prior estimating experience required) Ability to read and accurately interpret plans, specs, and site drawings with strong attention to detail and comfort working against deadlines Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to job sites as needed Clear, professional written and verbal communication for client-facing proposal work Preferred Experience with estimating/takeoff software (e.g., On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, Bluebeam) we'll train the right person if you don't have this yet Familiarity with asphalt paving or related site work What Eastern Offers A defined growth path from Junior Estimator into a senior estimating or operations role as the company scales Cross-division exposure across Paving, Landscaping, and Snow & Ice rare in this industry A self-perform contractor culture built around planning, ownership, and accountability Starting salary $65-75K Company sponsored health insurance, Simple IRA with company match, PTO/Vacation Offered compensation: $65,000/yr - $75,000/yr
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance