Lead Estimator, Heavy Civil – Highway & Bridge (DOT)

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

H.T. Prof Executive Search is recruiting a Senior Estimator for a large, established heavy civil contractor in the Raleigh area to lead highway and bridge bids, including NCDOT work.

You will own estimates from takeoff through bid day and help shape bid strategy. You should have 7+ years in heavy civil estimating with DOT bid leadership, strong takeoff and pricing skills, and be ready to relocate to the Raleigh area or reside nearby.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in heavy civil estimating with lead estimator experience on DOT bids
• Experience in highway, bridge, earthwork, paving and drainage estimation
• Strong takeoff and production-based pricing skills
• NCDOT bid experience is a plus
• Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is a plus

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

DOT bid experience

Heavy civil estimating

Takeoff & pricing

NCDOT lettings

Leadership / mentoring

Bid strategy

Education

Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Job description

H.T. Prof Executive Search is recruiting a Senior Estimator for a large, established heavy civil contractor in the Raleigh area to lead highway and bridge bids, including NCDOT work.

You will own estimates from takeoff through bid day and help shape bid strategy. You should have 7+ years in heavy civil estimating with DOT bid leadership, strong takeoff and pricing skills, and be ready to relocate to the Raleigh area or reside nearby.