Lead Estimator, Heavy Civil & DOT Projects

William Charles Construction; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

William Charles Construction is seeking a Chief Estimator to lead heavy civil estimating efforts for projects in Rockford, IL and Indianapolis, IN, including bid preparation, subcontractor outreach, and preconstruction strategy.

You will manage estimating teams, drive cost control, and coordinate with operations and ERP systems to ensure accurate, timely proposals and successful pursuits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, and/or related field experience.
• Large scale DOT and Municipal hard bids (IDOT/INDOT) and private market pursuits; Design Build/CMGC/P3 experience a plus.
• 10–15 years of heavy civil construction estimating experience; earth moving, utilities, paving, and bridge work preferred.
• Combination of education and work experience may be considered.
• Ability to manage estimating teams on large pursuits and own the estimate process.
• Pricing strategy and bid close capabilities.
• Highly organized with precise attention to detail.
• Motivated self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Oversee estimating teams, assign projects, review estimates, assess risk, and manage bid submittals.
• Self-perform preparation and ownership of estimates.
• Research and reach out to subcontractors and suppliers for complete scope coverage.
• Post-bid budget creation and project setup; coordinate with cost control for ERP interfaces.
• Develop preconstruction meetings for handoff to Operations.
• Lead progress and proposal review meetings.
• Coordinate with Diversity Department to meet goals and requirements.
• Identify issues and develop risk exposure summaries with cost impacts.
• Provide innovative strategies and value engineering solutions.
• Ensure effective communication with clients, engineers, subs, and suppliers.
• Present complete estimates to Executive Management for decision making.

Skills

Estimating leadership

Bid preparation

Vendor/subcontractor management

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management

Job description

William Charles Construction is seeking a Chief Estimator to lead heavy civil estimating efforts for projects in Rockford, IL and Indianapolis, IN, including bid preparation, subcontractor outreach, and preconstruction strategy.

You will manage estimating teams, drive cost control, and coordinate with operations and ERP systems to ensure accurate, timely proposals and successful pursuits.