Heavy Civil Structures Estimator: Bridges & Water

Calqulate; California; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Calqulate in Orange County, California seeks a Structures Estimator with deep experience in heavy civil construction to develop accurate bids for bridges, concrete structures, water/wastewater facilities, and related infrastructure.

You will own full-cycle estimating, perform quantity takeoffs, coordinate with subs and vendors, analyze costs, review plans and geotechnical reports, and apply value engineering to maximize competitiveness and project success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil or structural construction.
• Strong background in concrete structures and public works projects.
• Experience with takeoff and estimating software (Bluebeam, HCSS, HeavyBid, or similar).
• Solid understanding of production rates, means & methods, and cost drivers.
• Experience working on DOT / public agency projects is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Full-cycle estimating from takeoff to bid submission.
• Quantity takeoffs (concrete, rebar, formwork, excavation, etc.).
• Subcontractor and vendor outreach, leveling, and bid analysis.
• Cost analysis for labor, materials, equipment, and production rates.
• Review of plans, specs, geotechnical reports, and project risks.
• Value engineering and cost-saving strategies.
• Bid packaging and proposal preparation.
• Coordination with project managers and field teams.

Skills

Estimating experience

Plan reading

Quantity takeoffs

Bluebeam/HCSS/HeavyBid

Tools

Bluebeam

HCSS

HeavyBid

Job description

Calqulate in Orange County, California seeks a Structures Estimator with deep experience in heavy civil construction to develop accurate bids for bridges, concrete structures, water/wastewater facilities, and related infrastructure.

You will own full-cycle estimating, perform quantity takeoffs, coordinate with subs and vendors, analyze costs, review plans and geotechnical reports, and apply value engineering to maximize competitiveness and project success.