Earthwork Construction Estimator: Lead Bids & Mentorship

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) match & profit sharing

Paid holidays & PTO

Professional development

Mentorship programs

Bonuses

Job summary

W.W. Clyde & Co. in Orem, Utah, is seeking a Construction Estimator – Earthwork to lead takeoffs, cost modeling, and subcontractor outreach for heavy-civil projects.

You will review drawings, analyze mass excavation, and mentor junior estimators while building accurate bid packages for opportunities across the Intermountain West. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in construction management or civil engineering, 2+ years of earthwork estimating, and proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of estimating experience for heavy-civil earthwork projects.
• Proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid; familiarity with Trimble Business Center, Bluebeam, Excel, and scheduling software.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Earthwork estimation

Heavy-civil

Bid preparation

Project scheduling

HCSS HeavyBid

Trimble Business Center

Bluebeam

Excel

Scheduling software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Trimble Business Center

Bluebeam

Excel

Job description

W.W. Clyde & Co. in Orem, Utah, is seeking a Construction Estimator – Earthwork to lead takeoffs, cost modeling, and subcontractor outreach for heavy-civil projects.

You will review drawings, analyze mass excavation, and mentor junior estimators while building accurate bid packages for opportunities across the Intermountain West. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in construction management or civil engineering, 2+ years of earthwork estimating, and proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid,