Lead Estimator, Heavy Civil — Bridges & Highways

Halmar International; Nanuet (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Halmar International seeks an experienced Senior Estimator to lead detailed cost estimates and competitive proposals for heavy civil infrastructure projects.

The role involves evaluating opportunities, pricing strategies, risk assessment, and coordinating subcontractor pricing to support business development for projects ranging from $25 million to $1 billion+. You will work with Bridges, Highways, Marine, Utilities, and structural work teams to ensure accurate, timely bids.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction.
• Experience with bridges, highways, utilities, site development, earthwork and structures.
• Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple pursuits and meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed conceptual, budgetary, negotiated, and hard bid estimates.
• Analyze plans, specs, geotechnical reports, contract documents, and project requirements.
• Perform and review quantity takeoffs for all major work activities.
• Develop direct and indirect cost estimates including labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and overhead.
• Establish production rates and pricing strategies based on project conditions.
• Prepare bid summaries, estimate recaps, and executive review presentations.
• Coordinate subcontractor and supplier outreach, pricing solicitation, and scope reviews.
• Evaluate proposals from subcontractors and vendors for completeness, compliance, and competitiveness.
• Prepare bid packages and ensure all proposal requirements are met.
• Identify project risks, assumptions, exclusions, and opportunities.
• Develop alternative construction approaches and value engineering solutions.
• Support procurement, scheduling, and logistics planning during pursuit; assist transitions on award.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

InEight

Bid2Win

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

Job description

Halmar International seeks an experienced Senior Estimator to lead detailed cost estimates and competitive proposals for heavy civil infrastructure projects.

The role involves evaluating opportunities, pricing strategies, risk assessment, and coordinating subcontractor pricing to support business development for projects ranging from $25 million to $1 billion+. You will work with Bridges, Highways, Marine, Utilities, and structural work teams to ensure accurate, timely bids.