Bridge Estimator

OnlyHire.Me; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

HSA/FSA Plan

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) plan with employerContributions

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

OnlyHire.Me in Kensington, CT is seeking a Bridge Estimator to join our Bridge division. This role handles accurate takeoff and pricing of direct and indirect costs, manages bid schedules, coordinates subcontractors, and works with the Chief Estimator to submit competitive bids.

The ideal candidate has a civil engineering or construction-related degree and at least 3 years of estimating experience on projects over $20 million, plus 2 years of design/build on public/civil projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction-related field.
• 3+ years estimating on projects >$20M.
• 2+ years design/build on public/civil projects.
• Experience with takeoff/design software (HCSS, Bluebeam; Tekla a plus).

Responsibilities

• Oversee takeoff and pricing of direct and indirect costs through bid closeout.
• Review bid documents for addenda compliance.
• Communicate with clients to clarify scope and respond to RFIs.
• Prepare pre-bid schedule and coordinate milestones.
• Maintain bid files and documentation.
• Ensure labor, bond, and insurance data in HCSS are up to date.
• Collaborate with Chief Estimator and team through bid submission.
• Support budget prep and DBE selection.
• Lead project turnover meetings.
• Support additional tasks as the department grows.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field

Tools

HCSS

Bluebeam

Tekla

Job description

Job details

We are a full-service specialty contractor, primarily with structural steel and miscellaneous metals. We design, fabricate, and erect structures in the Northeast and in other parts of the country. We have 2 fabrication facilities, 4 erection operations facilities, and 6 office locations that provide engineering and management of projects. We are a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP) with a desire for growth. We service the private commercial, public, institutional, and industrial markets.

Location

Kensington, CT, 06037

Country

United States

Salary

$80000-$100000

Description

We are seeking a Bridge Estimator to join our growing Bridge division in our Kensington, CT office. As part of a newly established department within our organization, this role offers the chance to shape processes, build relationships, and influence the future of our bridge work. The Bridge Estimator is responsible for the accurate takeoff and pricing of all direct and indirect costs for bridge projects. This role manages the preparation of bid schedules, coordinates subcontractors and vendors, and works closely with the Chief Estimator through bid closeout to ensure the submission of competitive, complete, and accurate bids.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and assist with takeoff and pricing of all direct and indirect cost items associated with assigned projects, from inception through bid closeout, in full compliance with company processes and procedures.
• Review all bid documents to ensure conformance with any addenda or modifications.
• Communicate with clients and stakeholders to clarify project scope, resolve discrepancies, and issue or respond to RFIs as needed.
• Manage preparation of the pre-bid schedule and coordinate internal review milestones.
• Maintain the integrity and organization of all bid files, ensuring documentation is complete and accessible.
• Ensure labor rates, bond rates, insurance, and other project-specific data in HCSS are properly set up and maintained.
• Collaborate with the Chief Estimator and estimating staff through bid submission.
• Support budget preparation, DBE selection, and documentation on successful projects.
• Lead project turnover meetings to hand off awarded projects to operations.
• Occasionally support tasks outside the traditional scope of estimating as the department continues to develop and expand.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering OR construction-related field.
• Minimum of 3 years in an estimating position on projects valued over $20 million.
• Minimum of 2 years of design/build experience on public/civil projects.
• Excellent computer skills including experience with computerized takeoff and design programs, experience with HCSS, Bluebeam, Tekla is a plus.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced, challenging environment as an integral part of a team.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• HSA/FSA Plan
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan