Find & Apply For Estimator Jobs in West Columbia, South Carolina

Join Our Team We are seeking an experienced Milling Estimator to join our growing asphalt and roadway construction team in West Columbia, SC. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in asphalt milling, roadway construction, and DOT projects with the ability to prepare accurate, competitive bids while working closely with operations and project management. Responsibilities Prepare complete and accurate cost estimates for asphalt milling and roadway rehabilitation projects. Review plans, specifications, contracts, and bid documents. Perform quantity takeoffs for milling, paving, grading, and related work. Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations. Develop labor, equipment, and material cost estimates. Identify project risks, value engineering opportunities, and cost-saving alternatives. Attend pre-bid meetings and perform site visits when necessary. Coordinate with project managers and field operations to ensure successful project handoff. Meet bid deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Qualifications 3+ years of estimating experience in asphalt milling, paving, roadway, or heavy civil construction. Experience bidding DOT, municipal, county, or private roadway projects preferred. Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents. Knowledge of milling operations, asphalt paving, grading, and roadway construction practices. Experience with estimating software such as Bid2Win Strong Microsoft Excel skills. Excellent communication, organization, and time-management abilities. Valid driver's license. Preferred Experience South Carolina DOT (SCDOT) estimating experience. Knowledge of production rates for milling and paving operations. Understanding of equipment costs, labor productivity, and material pricing. Experience estimating projects ranging from small municipal work to multi-million-dollar highway contracts. What We Offer Competitive salary based on experience Performance bonuses Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid vacation and holidays Career growth opportunities Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Pay:

$77,211.53 - $84,815.48 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person