Estimator

Bateman Civil Survey Company

Entry-level Estimator assists in calculating costs and resources for construction projects at Bateman Civil Survey. Supporting the Myrtle Beach office while working from Apex, Charlotte, or Wilmington locations.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeApex • North Carolina, South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in quantity surveying and estimating, with strong mathematical and analytical skills to perform accurate calculations. Proficient in using industry-standard software for project documentation and bid proposals, while effectively collaborating with engineers and project managers.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Quantity SurveyingEstimating Software ProficiencyMathematical AbilitiesSpreadsheet ProficiencyVerbal And Written Communication

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Hard Skills

Quantity SurveyingEstimatingMathematicsAnalytical SkillsBlueprint Analysis

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCollaborationTask Management

Tools & Technologies

Estimating ProgramsMicrosoft ExcelBlue Beam

Industry Keywords

Technical Field EducationProject DocumentationBid ProposalsCost Factors

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform quantity surveys, or "takeoffs," by analyzing blueprints, maps, and other technical documents to compile estimates.
Assist in preparing and compiling data for bid proposals, and other project documentation.
Coordinate with engineers, architects, project managers, and suppliers to clarify project requirements.
Use industry-standard software, including estimating programs, spreadsheets (like Microsoft Excel) and Blue Beam.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Education in a technical field and experience reading plans with a strong mathematical and computer skills background through work experience or education.
Prior Surveying or Estimating experience is a plus.
Strong mathematical and analytical abilities are essential for performing accurate calculations.
Proficiency with spreadsheet software is a must, and experience with specific estimating or project management software is valuable.
The role requires strong verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with team members and presenting estimates to stakeholders.
The ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently is crucial for meeting deadlines.
Problem-solving skills are needed to analyze documents and identify potential cost factors.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance
Health Savings Account
Company-Paid Dental Insurance
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Company-Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
Company-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
401(k) & Roth Plans with Matching
Tuition Assistance
Personal Time Off (PTO)
Paid Bereavement Leave
Paid Holidays
Career development opportunities
A commitment to utilizing the latest state of the art technologies