Project Estimator

  • A.O. Hardee and Son, Inc.
  • Little River, South Carolina
  • 05/25/2026
Full time

Job Description

Job Description

  • Analyze and interpret contract documents including engineering plans, specifications and geotechnical reports.

  • Prepare detailed cost estimates using HCSS software.

  • Perform quantity take-off analysis utilizing AGTEK.

  • Solicit and analyze supplier and subcontractor proposals.

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, subcontractors, and vendors

  • Attend jobsite walkthroughs and pre-bid meetings as necessary.

  • Prepare preliminary project schedules.

  • Prepare risk assessment analysis.

  • Work in a team environment, assisting and coordinating with other estimators.

  • Ensure that accurate and complete estimates of project are prepared on time, in a professional and competitive manner.

  • Interface professionally with clients.

  • Additional responsibilities as directed by Chief Operations Officer.

  • In-office required: Remote work not available

Salary and Benefits

  • Salary is negotiable based on experience

  • Health Insurance

  • Dental Insurance

  • Holiday Pay

  • Sick Leave

  • Paid Vacation

  • Profit Share Program paid out twice a year

  • Life Insurance, and other Optional benefits

  • 401K with company match



  • Minimum of 4 years of Estimating experience in Heavy Civil earthwork projects desired.

  • Possess strong mathematical and computer skills with proficiency in HCSS HeavyBid or similar estimating software, AGTEK. Auto-CAD and Trimble Business Center a plus.

  • Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office products, particularly Microsoft Excel.

  • Experienced in preparing hard-bid public and private market cost proposals.

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Construction, or Building Science or equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work within a team environment.

  • Demonstrate the ability to work well under pressure, especially when facing bid deadlines.

  • Can understand and orate the construction process and sequencing utilized in building the estimate

  • Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

  • Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

  • Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.



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