Posted 20 days ago
Civil Estimator - Michels Road & Stone, Inc.
AI Summary
Civil Estimator at Michels Road & Stone, Inc. evaluates bid specifications and drawings for heavy civil projects, attends pre-bid meetings, solicits material and subcontractor quotes, and works with project management to follow up on bids and budgets.
About this role
Michels Road & Stone, Inc. does more than build transportation projects, we use them. We construct roads, airports, large site developments and shoreline protection projects. Our projects are large; the tolerance for error is tiny. Our leaders, field crews and massive fleet of specialized equipment is focused on excellence. Are you? Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Road & Stone, Inc. can change yours.
As an Estimator – Civil, focused on mass excavation, building excavation, underground utilities, paving had hardscape scopes, your key responsibilities will be to evaluate bid specifications and drawings, attending pre-bid meetings, soliciting material and subcontractor quotes and ensuring that everything required to successfully bid and win the project is accomplished. This position will also work with Project Management teams to follow-up on bids and budgets to close the business. It is essential to be forward thinking, performance driven and quality focused. Critical for success are the abilities to work independently and produce highly accurate work in a timely matter.
Why Michels Road & Stone, Inc.?
- We will never ask you to prioritize speed ahead of safety
- We are family owned and operated
- We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
- We share Experience and insights to develop industry leaders
- We are a part of the Michels family of companies - one of North America's largest, most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors
- We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) Plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan. Depending on your position and location you may participate in a different benefit plan.
Why you?
- You thrive in fast-paced environments under tight deadlines
- You relish new challenges and evolving technology
- You enjoy collaborating and communicating with your teammates
- You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
- You are self-motivated and goal oriented
What it takes:
- Associates degree in related field or 3+ years experience in heavy civil work.
- Experience estimating heavy civil projects
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
- Working knowledge of estimating and scheduling software (P6, HCSS Heavy Bid) (desired)
- Negotiation experience
- Must possess a valid driver license with an acceptable driving record
- Ability to travel as needed
AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability
Skills
Explore related jobs
More jobs at Michels Corporation
- Administrative Assistant - Michels Utility Service, Inc.New Prague, MN
- Culture ManagerBrownsville, WI Corporate Office
- Workplace Experience PartnerBrownsville, WI Corporate Office
- Service Desk Support AnalystFond du Lac, WI
- Senior Superintendent, Heavy Civil - Michels Construction, Inc.Milwaukee, WI
- Accounts Receivable Specialist - Michels Power, Inc.Itasca, TX
Similar Bid Specifications jobs
Jobs in Milwaukee
Pharmaceutical Sales - Territory Manager, Immunology (MILWAUKEE, WI)Vanigent Biopharm · MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin- Property Manager at Park Lafayette TowersCottonwood Residential · Wisconsin - Milwaukee
- Cost Engineer (Data Center Construction)Linesight · Milwaukee, WI
- Senior Cost ManagerLinesight · Milwaukee, WI
- Assistant Manager - Store 4525Scotchman · Milwaukee, WI
- Assistant Manager - Store 4524Scotchman · Milwaukee, WI
Browse these categories
Market data for this role
All reports →- SeriesRole reportsOne role family at a time: how many openings, what changed this week, who is hiring, what it pays.
- SeriesSalary reportsWhat employers publish in job postings, by level and workplace. Not self-reported pay.
- Market overviewState of tech hiring, September 2026: up 4.8%Tech hiring rose 4.8% month over month in September 2026, with 411,122 new listings. Customer support and account executive roles led the growth.