Estimator - Heavy Civil - Primoris Heavy Civil

James-Construction-Group,-LL; St. George (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

ESPP

Pet coverage

Legal assistance

Award-winning safety programs

Job summary

Primoris Heavy Civil seeks an experienced Construction Cost Estimator to prepare accurate bids for DOTD and public works, including roadways, bridges, and utilities. You will perform quantity takeoffs, analyze costs, and develop competitive unit pricing in line with DOTD procedures.

Ideal candidates have 5–10+ years of heavy civil estimating, read plans precisely, and leverage HCSS HeavyBid, Bluebeam, and AGTEK to produce thorough bid packages and schedules with clear documentation.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil or DOT/public works.
• Strong knowledge of DOTD specifications and bidding processes.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in estimation software and cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for DOTD/public works projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs from plans, specs, and bid documents.
• Analyze labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor costs.
• Develop bid proposals and unit pricing in DOTD structures.
• Review bid docs, plans, specs, and special provisions for compliance.
• Coordinate bid schedules, deadlines, and submission requirements.
• Solicit and evaluate quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Provide value engineering ideas to improve cost efficiency.

Skills

Heavy civil estimating

Plan reading & interpretation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Bluebeam

AGTEK

Job description

Job Overview:Position SummaryThe 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.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 QualificationsExperience 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.#LI-KG1Company 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.EEO StatementWe 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.Agency StatementWe 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 EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.