Senior Estimator – Remote / Hybrid Available

What You'll Do as the Senior Estimator

• Lead heavy civil estimates from opportunity review through final bid submission
• Analyze plans, specifications, and project documents to develop accurate quantity takeoffs and pricing
• Develop labor, equipment, subcontractor, and material pricing based on realistic production rates and field execution
• Evaluate constructability, sequencing, logistics, and project risks to build competitive and profitable bids
• Solicit, level, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals
• Participate in bid strategy meetings, go/no-go discussions, and estimating reviews with company leadership
• Support project turnover by communicating estimate assumptions, budgets, and pricing strategies to operations teams
• Affiliate with change order pricing and estimating support throughout project execution
• Collaborate closely with operations, project management, and executive leadership to build long-term backlog and drive strategic growth

Must-Haves as the Senior Estimator

• 7-10+ years of heavy civil, highway, bridge, utility, or infrastructure estimating experience
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple estimates from concept through award
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, production rates, crew build-ups, equipment spreads, and cost analysis
• Experience preparing competitive public infrastructure bids
• Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills
• Self-directed professional capable of working successfully in a remote environment with minimal supervision
• High level of integrity, accountability, and sound business judgment

Nice-to-Haves as the Senior Estimator

• ODOT, PennDOT, DOT, or municipal infrastructure estimating experience
• Field experience in heavy civil construction
• Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree
• Experience with HeavyBid, HCSS, Bid2Win, AGTEK, or comparable estimating platforms
• Experience mentoring junior estimators or leading complex pursuits

Our Client Offers

• Competitive base salary of $130,000-$150,000, depending on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Remote-first work environment with company-paid travel for quarterly collaboration and strategic planning
• Hybrid option for candidates located within commuting distance of Youngstown, Ohio
• Health insurance
• SIMPLE IRA with employer match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Direct mentorship from three experienced owners as they transition into executive leadership
• Opportunity to play a significant role in the continued expansion of a respected $100M+ heavy civil contractor
• Long-term advancement opportunities within a growing Preconstruction organization