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Civil Estimator

Elsdon Group, Birmingham, AL, United States


Location: Birmingham, AL

A well-established Commercial General Contractor in Birmingham, Alabama is seeking an experienced Civil Estimator to join their growing preconstruction team.

This contractor specializes in ground-up commercial and industrial projects, with a strong pipeline of site development and infrastructure-heavy work. They’re looking for someone with a solid background in civil scopes who can play a key role in delivering accurate, competitive bids.

The Role:

Prepare detailed cost estimates for sitework and civil packages

Analyze drawings, specifications, and geotechnical reports

Perform quantity take-offs for earthwork, utilities, grading, paving, and drainage

Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing

Collaborate with project managers and preconstruction teams during bid phases

Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering options

What They’re Looking For:

3+ years of experience in estimating, with a focus on civil/sitework scopes

Experience using Agtek

Experience working for a General Contractor or Civil Contractor

Strong knowledge of ground-up commercial or industrial projects

Ability to read and interpret civil drawings and specifications

Strong analytical and communication skills

Why Join:

Strong pipeline of ground-up commercial and industrial projects

Opportunity to work on complex, site-heavy developments

Established and reputable contractor with long-term stability

Collaborative team environment with clear growth potential

If you're a Civil Estimator with experience in sitework and ground-up projects, this is a great opportunity to join a busy and growing GC with a strong presence in the Birmingham market.

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