Estimator - Heavy Civil - Primoris Heavy Civil

7 James Construction Group, LLC; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Medical/dental/vision and LTD/STD

401(k) with company match

ESP P Plan

Pet coverage

Legal assistance

Award-winning safety programs

Job summary

Primoris Heavy Civil is seeking a skilled Construction Cost Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for transportation infrastructure projects within the DOTD market. The role emphasizes heavy civil, bridge scopes, and compliance with DOT standards.

The position requires 5–10+ years of estimating experience, proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid/Bluebeam/AGTEK, and the ability to read complex drawings. Collaboration with project teams and pre-bid participation are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5–10+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil or DOT/public works projects.
• Strong knowledge of DOTD specifications and public works bidding processes.
• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., HCSS HeavyBid, Bluebeam, AGTEK).
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for DOTD and public works projects, including roadways, drainage, utilities, and bridge-related scopes.
• Perform quantity takeoffs using plans, specifications, and bid documents.
• Analyze labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor costs.
• Develop bid proposals and unit pricing consistent with DOTD bid structures.
• Maintain historical cost data to improve estimate accuracy and competitiveness.
• Review DOTD bid documents, plans, specifications, and special provisions.
• Ensure estimates comply with DOTD standards, materials requirements, and bidding procedures.
• Coordinate bid schedules, deadlines, and submission requirements.
• Prepare bid packages, including documentation and unit price breakdowns.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits to assess conditions and logistics.
• Identify risks, scope gaps, and constructability concerns.
• Evaluate site conditions including access, traffic impacts, and geotechnical factors.
• Solicit and evaluate quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist in reviewing specialty quotes related to structural or bridge scopes.
• Build relationships with vendors experienced in DOTD and heavy civil work.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and field teams.
• Provide value engineering ideas to improve cost efficiency and constructability.
• Prepare estimate summaries, bid analyses, and reports for leadership review.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering (or equivalent)

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Bluebeam

AGTEK

Job description

Job Overview

The Construction Cost Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and compliant cost estimates for transportation infrastructure projects within the DOTD (Department of Transportation and Development) market. This role requires strong expertise in heavy civil construction, public bidding procedures, and DOT specifications, with exposure to bridge and structural construction projects considered highly valuable. #LI-KG1

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for DOTD and public works projects, including roadways, drainage, utilities, and bridge-related scopes.


• Perform quantity takeoffs using plans, specifications, and bid documents.


• Analyze labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor costs.


• Develop bid proposals and unit pricing consistent with DOTD bid structures.


• Maintain historical cost data to improve estimate accuracy and competitiveness.


• Review DOTD bid documents, plans, specifications, and special provisions.


• Ensure estimates comply with DOTD standards, materials requirements, and bidding procedures.


• Coordinate bid schedules, deadlines, and submission requirements.


• Prepare bid packages, including documentation and unit price breakdowns.


• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits to assess conditions and logistics.


• Identify risks, scope gaps, and constructability concerns.


• Evaluate site conditions including access, traffic impacts, and geotechnical factors.


• Solicit and evaluate quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.


• Assist in reviewing specialty quotes related to structural or bridge scopes.


• Build relationships with vendors experienced in DOTD and heavy civil work.


• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and field teams.


• Provide value engineering ideas to improve cost efficiency and constructability.


• Prepare estimate summaries, bid analyses, and reports for leadership review.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).


• 5–10+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil or DOT/public works projects.


• Strong knowledge of DOTD specifications and public works bidding processes.


• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., HCSS HeavyBid, Bluebeam, AGTEK).


• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.


• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience estimating concrete and asphalt roadway construction projects.


• Experience estimating bridge or structural construction projects, including concrete, steel, and foundation systems.


• Familiarity with Louisiana DOTD bridge standards and specifications.

Company Overview

Primoris Heavy Civil provides highway, port, airfield, rail and marine (intermodal transportation) construction services to private commercial and industrial clients as well as governmental entities such as the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Heavy Civil is comprised of six operating units that include North Louisiana Operations, South Louisiana Operations, Texas Operations, HMA Paving Operations, Concrete Paving Operations, and the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Unit.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.


• Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.


• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].


• Pet coverage for your furry friends.


• Legal assistance coverage.


• Award-winning safety programs.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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As a premier specialty contractor, we deliver critical infrastructure services to the utility and energy markets throughout the United States and Canada. We’re proud to provide unmatched value to our clients, a safe work environment to our employees, and innovation to our communities. When you’re part of our team, the opportunities are endless. From career advancement to worldclass benefits, we value, safeguard, invest in, and motivate our employees as we build the future, together.

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