--- title: 'Estimator (Paving) at Keeley Construction' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/estimator-paving-keeley-construction-st-louis-missouri-knhb2w1es1t2' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-17' --- # Estimator (Paving) at Keeley Construction - **Company:** Keeley Construction - **Location:** St Louis Missouri, United States - **Posted:** 2026-09-14 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-17 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/keeleyconstruction/jobs/4733582005 ## Job description At Keeley Companies, we believe in empowering our people and fulfilling career aspirations. Keeley is a career destination with countless opportunities for advancement, and a world-class family culture that is centered around creating the best possible environment for our people to thrive. Keeley Construction is looking to hire an Estimator for our Paving Group in St. Louis, Missouri. Primary Responsibilities - Assist in developing cost estimates for small projects or defined scopes within larger projects. - Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and cost calculations using estimating software. - Gather and analyze historical cost data to support estimate development. - Compare subcontractor and supplier quotes to ensure accurate scope coverage and competitive pricing. - Assist in identifying and quantifying risks, opportunities, and key factors that impact project costs. - Learn and apply company estimating processes, including the use of estimating software tools such as On-Screen Takeoff, Agtek, or HCSS HeavyBid. - Support the standardization of estimating methodologies by documenting best practices. - Review project plans, specifications, and contract documents to gain a fundamental understanding of construction requirements. - Assist in refining cost databases and tracking changes in material, labor, and equipment costs. - Work closely with senior estimators and project managers to understand project scope and deliverables. - Participate in bid reviews and pre-bid meetings to gain insight into estimating strategies. - Attend site visits to observe construction operations and understand real-world project execution. - Communicate with subcontractors and suppliers to request and review quotes. - Engage in professional development through KeeleyU and other training programs. - Actively seek mentorship and hands-on learning opportunities to build technical knowledge. - Work on improving soft skills, such as communication and presentation, to prepare for future career growth. - Take initiative in learning new estimating techniques and software tools. Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field plus a minimum of two years of experience performing primary responsibilities listed above. - Proficiency with Outlook, Excel and Word is required. Bluebeam experience preferred. - Experience in construction plan reading and sourcing vendors for price requests. Ability to build and maintain a positive working relationship with staff, vendors, and clients. #LI-AG1 #LI-Onsite All Keeley Brands (Keeley Construction Group, Keeley Properties, Keeley Restoration, Keeley Companies) do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms, headhunters, or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of a Keeley company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of any Keeley Company. Please, no phone calls or emails. All Keeley companies are proud to be an equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. ## About Keeley Construction ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Keeley Construction is a family-owned, full-service construction company providing civil, paving, building, and industrial services across the United States. - **Entity Type**: Private (Family-Owned, Bootstrapped) - **Headquarters**: St. Louis, Missouri, United States - **Founded**: 1975 (per company website) / 1976 (per LinkedIn – conflicting reports) [keeleyconstruction.com](https://www.keeleyconstruction.com/) | [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/keeley-construction-group) - **Founders**: Larry Keeley ## Core Business - **Primary industries**: Construction – Infrastructure (Civil), Paving, Commercial Building, Industrial (Power & Energy, Water/Wastewater, Manufacturing) - **Target customers**: B2B – Government agencies, private developers, industrial clients across the U.S. - **Mission**: "Quality, Safety, and Service never go out of style." (Founder Larry Keeley) The company also emphasizes "spreading positivity and making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve." ## Products & Services - **Civil Infrastructure (Keeley Civil)**: Heavy civil/site work, excavation, utilities, water/wastewater treatment plants – primarily service-based construction. - **Paving (Keeley Paving)**: Asphalt paving, concrete paving, maintenance and repair for commercial and municipal clients – service-based. - **Building (Keeley Building)**: General contracting and construction management for commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings – service-based. - **Industrial (Keeley Industrial)**: Self-perform industrial services including piping, welding, concrete, equipment installation for power, energy, and manufacturing sectors – service-based. ## Market Standing - **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private family-owned company) - **Key Metric**: Estimated annual revenue of **USD 100,000,000 – 500,000,000** (from LinkedIn financials) - **Notable Investors / Partners**: Family-owned with no external investors. Key partners include subcontractors and clients in energy, manufacturing, and municipal sectors. - **Growth Signals**: - Workforce of 1,500+ employees (company website) / 345 reported on LinkedIn (likely office/corporate staff only) – LinkedIn shows +14.4% yearly headcount growth. - Expanding across multiple regions with 11 office locations nationwide. - Active job postings show 45+ open roles (June 2026), +60.7% year-over-year increase in postings. - LinkedIn follower growth of +23.2% annually. ## Competitive Advantages - **Self-Perform Capabilities**: Keeley performs much of its own work (civil, paving, concrete, welding) rather than relying solely on subcontractors, giving it control over quality and schedule. - **Diversified Business Units**: Four distinct groups (Civil, Paving, Building, Industrial) reduce dependence on any single market sector. - **Family-Owned Stability**: Long-term ownership (since 1975) with a stated culture focused on employee well-being and safety rather than short-term shareholder demands. - **Culture-Driven**: "If you get the people right, the results will follow" – high culture rating (4.3/5 on Glassdoor via LinkedIn) and emphasis on career growth. ## Strategic Focus - Continued geographic expansion (e.g., recent job postings in Texas, North Dakota, Colorado, Florida, Michigan). - Investment in technology and data (e.g., hiring a Snowflake Data Architect, IT Field Operations roles). - Emphasis on large-scale industrial and energy projects (Gulf Coast Industrial, Civil Energy). - Talent acquisition and development (internship programs for 2027, instructional designer role). ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Rated 4.3/5 for culture on employer reviews; described as "world-class family culture" and "dedicated to the safety, well-being, and career growth of our people." - **Career Growth**: Multiple advancement opportunities; active internship and entry-level programs. Job postings include roles from project engineer up to senior project manager and director. - **Remote/Hybrid/Office**: Most roles appear to be on-site or field-based (construction projects). Corporate roles (IT, accounting) may have some flexibility, but not explicitly stated. - **Notable Perks**: Not detailed in search results, but the company emphasizes a positive environment, safety, and community impact. Employee rating for compensation is 3.3/5, which is slightly below industry benchmarks – but career growth and culture are highlighted. - **Engineering & Technical Roles**: Growing IT team (Snowflake Data Architect, Service Desk, Field Operations) indicates increasing investment in technology. ## Sources 1. [keeleyconstruction.com](https://www.keeleyconstruction.com/) – Company overview, history, mission, services, culture. 2. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/keeley-construction-group) – LinkedIn profile, employee count, revenue range, headcount growth, ratings, locations. 3. 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