Estimator

Trueline Talent; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-sponsored benefits

Opportunities in heavy civil/mining

Job summary

Trueline Talent's client in Nevada seeks an Estimator to join their heavy civil and mining projects in the Mountain West region. You will prepare detailed cost estimates, review drawings, and develop competitive bids using HCSS HeavyBid.

This full-time position based in Elko, NV requires 3–5 years’ experience, strong earthwork knowledge, and travel to project sites as needed. The role offers benefits and collaboration with leadership.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of estimating experience in heavy civil or mining projects.
• Strong knowledge of earthwork, grading, utilities, and road construction.
• Experience reading drawings, specs, geotechnical reports, and contracts.
• Experience using HCSS HeavyBid or similar software.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook; able to run takeoffs.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and meet deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to sites.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and quantity takeoffs for heavy civil and mining work.
• Review drawings, specs, contracts, and geotechnical reports to define scope.
• Calculate labor, equipment, material, and subcontract costs.
• Develop bids using HCSS HeavyBid or similar software.
• Solicit subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Identify risks and opportunities for cost savings.
• Collaborate with project managers on bid strategy and schedules.
• Present estimate summaries and key assumptions.
• Support handoffs, change orders, and cost comparisons.

Skills

Estimating

Earthwork understanding

Bid management

MS Excel

Communication

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

HCSS HeavyJob

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Trueline's client, a contractor specializing in heavy civil construction and mining infrastructure, is seeking an Estimator to join their team in the Mountain West region ofNevada. This role is responsible for developing competitive, accurate estimates for earthwork, site development, underground utilities, and mining-related construction projects while collaborating with field operations and leadership to support successful project execution.

What You'll Do as the Estimator:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and quantity takeoffs for heavy civil, mining infrastructure, excavation, grading, roadwork, and underground utility projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and geotechnical reports to evaluate project scope, requirements, and risks.
• Calculate labor, equipment, material, subcontractor, and indirect costs using realistic production rates and construction methods.
• Develop and organize bids using HCSS HeavyBid or comparable estimating software.
• Request and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing to ensure complete scope coverage and competitive costs.
• Identify potential construction challenges, contractual risks, and opportunities for cost savings.
• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and leadership on bid strategies, construction approaches, and project schedules.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, estimate reviews, and bid/no-bid evaluations.
• Present estimate summaries, including projected costs, margins, contingencies, and key assumptions.
• Support project handoffs, change order pricing, budgeting, and comparisons between estimated and actual costs.

Must-Haves as the Estimator:

• 3-5 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction, mining construction, excavation, or related infrastructure work.
• Strong understanding of earthwork, grading, underground utilities, road construction, drainage systems, and heavy equipment operations.
• Experience preparing detailed cost estimates and quantity takeoffs.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, geotechnical reports, and contract documents.
• Working knowledge of HCSS HeavyBid or comparable estimating software.
• Understanding of construction labor productivity, equipment costs, material pricing, and subcontractor coordination.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and construction-related software.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and meet deadlines.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Nice-to-Haves as the Estimator:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of heavy civil or mining construction estimating experience.
• Advanced experience with HCSS HeavyBid and familiarity with HCSS HeavyJob.
• Experience estimating construction projects for major mining operations.
• Knowledge of MSHA requirements and mine-site safety procedures.
• Familiarity with GPS machine control, earthwork modeling, and digital takeoff tools.
• Experience negotiating subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Understanding of construction contracts, bonding, insurance requirements, and risk allocation.

Our Client Offers:

• Annual base salary of $80,000-$120,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Full-time employment based in Elko, Nevada.
• Company-sponsored benefits in accordance with company policies.
• Opportunities to work on heavy civil construction and mining infrastructure projects.
• Direct collaboration with company leadership, project management, and field operations.

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.