Heavy Civil Estimator — Lead Bids & Takeoffs

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); Brecksville (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer, a nationally active construction firm, seeks an experienced estimator for heavy civil and site projects in Brecksville, OH or related regions. The on-site role offers $70,000-$90,000 yearly and features a strong project backlog with opportunities for growth and bonus potential.

You will prepare accurate cost estimates, perform quantity takeoffs, and coordinate with project teams to ensure successful handoffs from estimating to operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction estimating experience.
• Background in heavy civil or site work.
• Proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for heavy civil and site construction projects.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from plans, specifications, and related documents.
• Develop full-scope estimates covering labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and indirect costs.
• Utilize estimating software and historical cost data to refine pricing strategies.
• Solicit, review, and level subcontractor and vendor bids.
• Identify risks, cost drivers, value-engineering opportunities, and scope gaps.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field teams to validate assumptions.
• Present estimates clearly, including key assumptions and risk considerations.
• Support smooth handoff from estimating to operations.

Skills

Construction estimating

Heavy civil / site work

HCSS HeavyBid

Read drawings & specs

Analytical & communication

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Job description

Confidential Employer, a nationally active construction firm, seeks an experienced estimator for heavy civil and site projects in Brecksville, OH or related regions. The on-site role offers $70,000-$90,000 yearly and features a strong project backlog with opportunities for growth and bonus potential.

You will prepare accurate cost estimates, perform quantity takeoffs, and coordinate with project teams to ensure successful handoffs from estimating to operations.