Construction Estimator - Earthwork

W.W. Clyde; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay & Bonuses

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) Match & Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays & PTO

Professional Development

Job summary

W.W. Clyde is looking for a Construction Estimator in Orem, UT, to prepare bid packages for heavy-civil projects focusing on earthwork. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of estimating experience. Responsibilities include performing takeoffs, soliciting quotes, and mentoring junior estimators. The company offers competitive pay, benefits from day one, and professional development opportunities. Join a respected company with nearly a century of excellence in heavy-civil construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 2+ years of estimating experience for heavy-civil earthwork projects.
• In-depth knowledge of mass excavation and site balancing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complete bid packages for heavy-civil projects.
• Perform detailed earthwork takeoffs for mass haul and site balance.
• Build cost models in HCSS HeavyBid and maintain production databases.

Skills

Estimating for heavy-civil earthwork projects

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Trimble Business Center

Bluebeam

Excel

Job description

Construction Estimator – Earthwork

Location: Orem, UT Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Join WW Clyde – Where You Work Matters

For nearly a 100 years, WW Clyde has delivered highways, bridges, dams, airport runways, large-diameter pipelines, and mine reclamation projects across the Intermountain West. Our reputation for quality and innovation is built by employees who share our values of integrity, safety, and continuous improvement. If you excel at analyzing earthwork, mass haul, and site-balance scopes—and want to mentor the next generation of estimators—join our team in Orem.

Job Summary

The Construction Estimator prepares complete bid packages for heavy-civil projects with a primary focus on mass excavation and grading. You will lead takeoffs, subcontractor outreach, and pricing.

Key Responsibilities

• Review drawings and specifications to define scope, quantities, and risk items.
• Perform detailed earthwork takeoffs (mass haul, shrink/swell, site balance).
• Build cost models in HCSS HeavyBid and maintain accurate production databases.
• Analyze material sources, haul routes, and equipment spreads (scrapers, trucks, dozers).
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Recommend design or means-and-methods alternatives to improve cost or constructability.
• Coordinate with operations, survey, and engineering during bid reviews.
• Mentor estimators and interns; share best practices and lessons learned.
• Support preconstruction and handoff meetings after successful bids.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of estimating experience for heavy-civil earthwork projects.
• In-depth knowledge of mass excavation, site balancing, and material shrink/swell factors.
• Proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid; familiarity with Trimble Business Center, Bluebeam, Excel, and scheduling software.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced bid environment.

Why Work for WW Clyde?

• Competitive Pay & Bonuses
• Benefits from Day 1: Health, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401(k) Match & Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Professional Development: Training, software tools, mentorship, and career growth paths
• Legacy & Stability: Nearly a century of heavy-civil excellence with a robust backlog of work

W.W. Clyde & Co. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.