Survey Estimator

OVERVIEW: The Survey Estimator will play a key role in the success of our land surveying projects by performing detailed quantity calculations and cost estimates for various types of surveying assignments, including construction staking, boundary, ALTA/NSPS, and topographic (topo) surveys. The Estimator will review project requirements, develop accurate project budgets, and collaborate with both technical and administrative staff to ensure that proposals and deliverables align with client expectations and company standards. This is an office-based position but periodic site visits will be necessary.

DURING YOUR WORK DAY, YOU WILL:

• Review project scope documents, plans, and specifications to determine survey requirements and deliverables.
• Calculate quantities and develop cost estimates for construction staking, boundary surveys, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, and topographic surveys.
• Prepare and submit clear, comprehensive project estimates and proposals.
• Identify labor, materials, equipment, and time requirements for each project.
• Coordinate with project managers, surveyors, and CAD technicians to gather project data and verify assumptions.
• Track market rates and collaborate with vendors/subcontractors as needed for pricing.
• Assist with value engineering by identifying efficient methods for completing projects.
• Maintain documentation of all assumptions, calculations, and estimate revisions.
• Support project managers during bid clarifications and negotiations with clients.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• High School Diploma or GED under qualifications
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Valid North Carolina Driver's License.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

• Familiarity with construction staking, boundary, ALTA, and topo surveys.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, maps, and legal descriptions.

WHAT WE OFFER: Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, you will be joining a company that puts its employees first. Here are a few compelling reasons to join the McKim & Creed team:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): ALL employees are owners & benefit from profits earned
• Competitive pay: PLUS paid holidays, bereavement, parental, medical, and military leave
• Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery
• Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training programs
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, professional development programs, online courses & more
• Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on communities we serve, which is most likely a community you live in.
• Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team. If you want to work at a company that will help improve the future of the communities where we live, work and play, McKim & Creed is where you want to be.

McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.

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