Renascent Inc. is a demolition and construction services company and an industry-leading demolition contractor known for handling complex projects. We provide structural and interior demolition and site preparation for large buildings. We’re hiring a Civil/Demolition Estimator for our Indianapolis office to estimate a balanced mix of demolition and civil/sitework projects, from takeoff through proposal.

About the role

Reporting to the Director of Estimating, you’ll own estimates for demolition and sitework projects — both hard-bid and negotiated. You’ll perform takeoffs, build pricing, identify scope and risk, coordinate subcontractor pricing, and prepare proposals for owners and general contractors. This is a hands-on, individual-contributor role with a clear path to grow through our structured estimating development program.

What you’ll do

Perform quantity takeoffs and disposal-quantity calculations for demolition and earthwork/sitework scopes
Build biditems, activities, and pricing in HCSS HeavyBid using company labor and equipment cost data
Review drawings, specifications, and site conditions to identify scope, gaps, assumptions, and risks; write and track RFIs
Conduct pre-bid site visits and document existing conditions (checklists and photo/drone capture)
Develop subcontractor and vendor scopes of work; solicit, review, and level sub/vendor pricing
Draft clear, defensible bid exclusions and qualifications
Complete owner bid forms and support DBE/MBE/WBE participation requirements
Prepare cost estimates and proposals; participate in internal bid reviews with operations, safety, and leadership
Hand off won projects to Operations with complete, organized documentation
Maintain cost-code tracking and estimating documentation standards

What you bring (required)

2+ years of estimating experience in demolition or civil/sitework construction
Ability to produce complete, accurate quantity takeoffs and estimates
Working knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, and means and methods
Proficiency with — or the ability to quickly learn — HCSS HeavyBid and Bluebeam Revu
Competence with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Strong organizational, mathematical, and written/verbal communication skills
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (for site visits)
Able to work full-time, onsite in Indianapolis

Nice to have (or we’ll develop it)

Degree in Construction Management or a related field
Demolition-specific knowledge (means and methods, engineering survey / OSHA Subpart T, permitting)
Earthwork/sitework takeoff software experience
Asbestos/lead awareness, HAZWOPER, RCRA/hazmat familiarity
Exposure to 811 utility locates, salvage/scrap forecasting, bonding/surety, or insurance basics
Comfort using AI tools to work faster and smarter (we actively use them in estimating)

Compensation & benefits

$80,000–$95,000 per year, based on experience
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health savings account (HSA)
Supplemental and life insurance
401(k) with employer contribution
Paid time off and paid holidays

Details

Full-time; Monday–Friday
Onsite in Indianapolis, IN; occasional local travel to job sites
Reports to the Director of Estimating

Renascent Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider each applicant based on their qualifications alone.

Please note: this job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties; responsibilities may change with or without notice.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 4% Match
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Renascent Inc.

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