Estimator- Heavy Civil/Highway

Position Description

Lead the Estimating Process: Analyze proposal specifications, drawings, and related documents, and participate in pre-bid meetings to define the full scope of work and develop a comprehensive estimating plan.
Leverage Data-Driven Insights: Review and interpret historical cost reports, production data, and records to establish accurate unit costs and man-hour estimates.
Develop Comprehensive Estimates: Prepare complete, detailed estimates for assigned projects, incorporating takeoffs, subcontracting strategies, and full compliance with proposal requirements.
Maintain Accuracy & Documentation: Maintain organized electronic and paper files as complete backup for all estimate figures and assumptions.
Stay at the Forefront of the Industry: Maintain professional and technical expertise through continued education, industry publications, networking, and active participation in professional associations.
Engage with Senior Leadership: Confidently present estimates and strategies in senior-level meetings, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and distribution of supporting materials.
Mentor the Next Generation: Guide and develop junior estimators, sharing expertise and best practices to strengthen the overall estimating team.

Position Requirements

• Proven Expertise: 4-7+ years of heavy civil/highway estimating experience—preferably with underground utility work—and a history of winning $50–$100 million projects through bottom-up estimating strategies.
• Educational Foundation: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred; extensive technical training and proven field experience considered in lieu of degree.
• Master of the Tools: Bid2Win expertise, with a track record of creating accurate, well-structured estimates from the first takeoff to the final bid submission.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Takeoff software such as AgTEK, Bluebeam, or Planswift
• Scheduling software such as PrimaveraHCSS HeavyBid or Hard Dollar EOS experience a plus
• Strategic Estimating Skills: Known for building estimates from scratch—analyzing labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor inputs in detail—while still keeping the overall bid competitive and profitable.
• Project Delivery Savvy: Familiarity with CMAR, CMGC, and Design-Build approaches to adapt estimates to various delivery models.
• Influential Communicator: Confident, clear, and persuasive—able to present to senior leadership, negotiate with subcontractors, and collaborate effectively with field teams.
• Mentor & Leader: Dedicated to developing the next generation of estimators, sharing proven techniques, and fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and winning bids.