Estimator - Merrillville, IN

About Curran Contracting: 
                Established in 1936, Curran has grown into a premier contractor, known for its expertise in site development, excavation, mass grading, paving, and asphalt sales. With a strong presence across multiple industries—serving commercial, industrial, and government clients—Curran operates from four key locations: Crystal Lake, DeKalb, and Oswego, Illinois, as well as Merrillville, Indiana. 
For over 85 years, Curran has cultivated a reputation for excellence by consistently delivering high-quality results on every project. This success is driven by an unwavering commitment to our core values: family, continuous improvement, integrity, partnership, and respect. These values form the backbone of our operations and have enabled us to maintain lasting relationships with clients, stakeholders, and communities alike. 
 
Job Summary: 
                We are looking to add a heavy highway/sitework estimator to our team in Merrillville, IN. This position will require a highly motivated individual with excellent communication and organizational skills. The individuals must be able to effectively communicate with leadership team, sub-contractors, vendors, suppliers, engineering firms, etc. and be able to work flexible hours. 
 
Duties & Responsibilities: 
-          Performing Takeoffs, solicit subs, build estimates assist in handoff of award, etc. 
-          Review and complete understanding of contract specifications and drawings 
-          Conducting site visits and performing field measurements 
 
Required Skills & Abilities: 
-          HCSS, Agtek and Viewpoint knowledge preferred 
-          Earthwork take off software and bidding software knowledge required 
-          Ability to work well in a close team setting 
-          Flexible schedule availability 
-          Must be capable of bidding work as a GC a well as a subcontractor 
 
Education & Experience: 
-          5+ years of excavation estimating experience necessary 
-          Bachelors Degree in Construction Management tor related field, or equivalent experience. 
-          Experience estimating in Southern Chicago and Northern IN markets 
 
 
 
 
Curran Contracting Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, citizen status, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, martial status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited be applicable federal, state, or local employment laws or regulations in every location in which the company has facilities.