Lead Estimator, Heavy Civil DOT Bids - Raleigh

Job Juncture; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Job Juncture is seeking a Senior Estimator for our Raleigh area work in heavy civil, highway and bridge projects. You will own estimates end-to-end from takeoff to bid day, focusing on NCDOT lettings and complex infrastructure bids.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in heavy civil estimating, DOT bid exposure, and strong takeoff/pricing skills. Relocation to the Raleigh area or Triangle-based candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of heavy civil estimating, with lead estimator experience on DOT bids.
• Highway, bridge, earthwork, paving and drainage estimating experience.
• Strong takeoff and production based pricing skills.
• NCDOT bid experience is a plus.
• Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is a plus.
• Based in the Triangle or ready to relocate to the Raleigh area.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimates on heavy civil highway and bridge bids from takeoff through bid day.
• Perform quantity takeoffs from plans and specifications.
• Build crew, equipment and production based cost estimates.
• Solicit, level and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Develop bid strategy, risk review and pricing with leadership.
• Attend prebid meetings and site visits.
• Track NCDOT lettings and build the bid schedule.
• Mentor junior estimators and keep the estimating database current.
• Hand awarded work to the project team with a clean budget.
• Review bid results and carry the lessons into the next estimate.

Skills

Lead estimator experience

Heavy civil estimating

Takeoff

Education

Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Job description

Job Juncture is seeking a Senior Estimator for our Raleigh area work in heavy civil, highway and bridge projects. You will own estimates end-to-end from takeoff to bid day, focusing on NCDOT lettings and complex infrastructure bids.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in heavy civil estimating, DOT bid exposure, and strong takeoff/pricing skills. Relocation to the Raleigh area or Triangle-based candidates are encouraged to apply.