Lead Estimator, Heavy Highway & Paving (4-State)

Peckham Industries, Inc.; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 160,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Peckham Industries seeks a Chief Estimator for asphalt paving and heavy highway bids, based in Palmer, MA. You will lead the estimating team across four-state markets, ensure timely, accurate bids, and align bid strategy with operations. The role requires 5+ years of estimation experience, DOT project exposure, and leadership in a fast-paced construction environment.

Travel up to 20% and collaboration with leadership to optimize bid performance are key aspects of this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience estimating asphalt paving or heavy highway work.
• Experience estimating DOT projects in the $5 million to $45 million range.
• Proficient using Bid2Win (B2W), Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project.
• Strong knowledge of regional paving markets, public bidding, and DOT specifications.
• Good understanding of construction means and methods, crew and equipment production rates, material sourcing, trucking, and plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating team for four-state market across New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.
• Review plans, specifications, site conditions, quantities, costs, and production assumptions before bid submission.
• Track market conditions, competitors, upcoming opportunities, and pricing trends to guide bidding decisions.
• Communicate bid strategy, risk, and financial exposure clearly to leadership and operations teams.
• Maintain relationships with customers, subcontractors, and suppliers to support competitive bids and document key bid assumptions.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

English proficiency

Bid strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Bid2Win (B2W)

Excel

Word

Project

Job description

Peckham Industries seeks a Chief Estimator for asphalt paving and heavy highway bids, based in Palmer, MA. You will lead the estimating team across four-state markets, ensure timely, accurate bids, and align bid strategy with operations. The role requires 5+ years of estimation experience, DOT project exposure, and leadership in a fast-paced construction environment.

Travel up to 20% and collaboration with leadership to optimize bid performance are key aspects of this position.