Estimator – Sports Turf, Athletic Fields & Civil Sitework
Kansas City, MO (Onsite)
Travel : 25–30% for pre-bid site walks & pre-construction meetings
Compensation : Up to $125,000 + benefits
About the Opportunity
A growing sports and civil construction contractor is expanding its estimating team due to increased project volume and long-term succession planning. This role focuses on athletic fields, turf systems, and complex sitework. The ideal candidate enjoys a mix of technical estimating, field verification, and collaborative team work.
Key Responsibilities
- Review project specifications and drawings to prepare accurate estimates
- Perform detailed takeoffs for grading, soils, drainage, utilities, and turf-related scopes
- Input quantities and cost data into SAGE estimating software
- Support a high-volume estimating environment with multiple bids submitted daily
- Conduct pre-bid site walks and attend pre-construction meetings (25–30% travel)
- Collaborate closely with estimators, project managers, and field teams
- Utilize Procore for project coordination and documentation
Requirements
5–10 years of estimating experience in civil, commercial, sitework, or related construction fieldsStrong understanding of grading, soils, and earthworkAbility to interpret civil plans, utility layouts, and field / turf system drawingsExperience performing detailed quantity takeoffsWill also consider motivated candidates earlier in their career with applicable technical training or a civil / engineering backgroundComfortable in an onsite role with regional travelPreferred Skills
Experience with sports fields, turf systems, drainage, or irrigationFamiliarity with SAGE, Procore, or similar estimating / project platformsStrong communication, organization, and follow-through