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Civil Estimator - Site Development & Utilities in Akron

Date Posted: 18 October 2026

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Civil Estimator - Site Development & Utilities

A well-established civil site contractor in Northeast Ohio is seeking a Civil Estimator to join their preconstruction team! They self-perform earthwork and site utility work on projects in multiple states and have a strong lineup of bids ahead. This is a great opportunity to own your estimates from the first takeoff to the final number and have a real voice in how the company wins work. If you know dirt and pipe and want a stable home with room to grow, reach out right away!

Civil Estimator Responsibilities:

- Complete quantity takeoffs for earthwork, grading and underground utilities

- Build bids covering labor, equipment, materials and subcontracted scopes

- Review plans, specs and soil reports to catch scope gaps and risk early

- Request, compare and level subcontractor and supplier quotes

- Put together bid proposals with clear inclusions, exclusions and clarifications

- Walk project managers and field leaders through each job at turnover

- Look for value engineering and cost-saving options

Civil Estimator Qualifications:

- 3+ years of civil or sitework estimating experience

- Strong background in earthwork and site utilities

- HCSS HeavyBid experience preferred

- Solid understanding of equipment production rates and crew costs

- Able to read civil plans, grading plans and specifications

- Comfortable managing multiple bid deadlines

- Consistent work history

Civil Estimator Compensation & Benefits:

- $70,000 - $90,000 depending on experience

- Medical, dental and vision insurance

- 401(k) with company match

- Room for growth and career development

Please apply if interested in a Civil Estimator role or reach out by email to Alison Reierson at alison.reierson@gogpac.com or call/text 605-937-5644.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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