Cost Estimator at A.O. Hardee and Son, Inc. – Little River, South Carolina

Myrtle Beach and Horry County are among the nation's fastest growth areas and offer an abundance of golf courses, world class entertainment, boating, inshore and ocean fishing, fabulous beaches, hundreds of restaurants, professional baseball, local universities and a low cost of living with a high quality of life for singles and families. Our exceptionally well capitalized rapidly growing company is among the largest of its kind in the state and celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2025.

If you are looking for a stable, permanent position in a challenging professional and high-growth environment, we believe we have the opportunity for the right person. If you possess the skill set, experience and references we are looking for, the rewards can be outstanding.

We are an EEO and Drug Free Employer.

Job Description

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

· Prepare detailed cost estimates using Hard$ 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.

Salary and Benefits

· Salary is negotiable based on experience

· Health Insurance

· Dental Insurance

· Holiday Pay

· Sick Leave

· Paid Vacation

· Life Insurance, and other Optional benefits

· 401K with Company Match after 3 months

· Company Phone/Laptop and any other necessary items provided as required

· Annual Company and Individual Performance Bonus

Qualifications

• 5 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, Microsoft Office, AGTEK. Auto-CAD and Trimble Business Center a plus.
• Experienced in preparing hard-bid public and private market cost proposals.
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building Construction, or Building Science or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent 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.