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About the Role We are seeking a seasoned Senior Civil Estimator to lead our estimating team and drive the success of infrastructure projects ranging from $1M to $20M+. You’ll be at the heart of our pre-construction process, collaborating with leadership, suppliers, and subcontractors to deliver accurate, competitive bids for heavy civil, municipal, highway, airport, and land development projects.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the estimating team through full-cycle bid preparation
• Analyze tender documents, drawings, and specifications
• Coordinate material takeoffs and subcontractor scope reviews
• Evaluate and select subcontractors and suppliers
• Prepare and submit final estimates and bid packages
• Support post-tender negotiations and project handoff
• Track actual vs. estimated costs and assist with change orders
• Conduct post-project reviews to improve future estimates
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the estimating team through full-cycle bid preparation
• Analyze tender documents, drawings, and specifications
• Coordinate material takeoffs and subcontractor scope reviews
• Evaluate and select subcontractors and suppliers
• Prepare and submit final estimates and bid packages
• Support post-tender negotiations and project handoff
• Track actual vs. estimated costs and assist with change orders
• Conduct post-project reviews to improve future estimates
Qualifications & Experience
Qualifications
• 7+ years of experience in civil estimating or a combination of field and estimating roles
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field preferred
• Expertise in earthworks, underground utilities, paving, and structural components
• Proficiency in HCSS Heavy Bid, MS Excel, Word, and Project
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills
• Knowledge of OH&S regulations and environmental best practices
• 7+ years of experience in civil estimating or a combination of field and estimating roles
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field preferred
• Expertise in earthworks, underground utilities, paving, and structural components
• Proficiency in HCSS Heavy Bid, MS Excel, Word, and Project
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills
• Knowledge of OH&S regulations and environmental best practices