Lead Heavy Civil Estimator: Bid Strategy & Cost Modeling

The Contractor Consultants; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401(k) with employer match

Comprehensive health coverage

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Safety equipment and company vehicle

Technical training and mentorship

Job summary

Kingsbury Companies, LLC is seeking a Construction Estimator to lead precision heavy civil cost modeling and bidding. This role will transform complex engineering concepts into accurate cost models and enable preconstruction leadership across major infrastructure projects.

You will develop detailed takeoffs, run multi-variable models, and drive competitive bids while managing risk and contingencies. Onsite work with regional site visits is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in heavy civil or industrial construction estimating.
• Experience with water/wastewater, dam, industrial plant, or renewable energy projects.
• Proficiency in civil estimating tools, CAD software, and reading complex design specifications.
• Knowledge of heavy civil construction methods, site work and earthwork.

Responsibilities

• Analyze geotechnical reports, topographical surveys, and drawings to define project scopes.
• Develop detailed quantity takeoffs and multi-variable cost models using civil estimating software.
• Formulate bidding strategies with risk factors and contingency budgeting.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotes, negotiate pricing, and set labor/material budgets.
• Drive value engineering during design-build phases to optimize costs.

Skills

Civil estimating tools

Reading design specs

Vendor negotiations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

HeavyBid (HCSS)

Construction Link

Bluebeam

Procore

CAD software

Job description

Kingsbury Companies, LLC is seeking a Construction Estimator to lead precision heavy civil cost modeling and bidding. This role will transform complex engineering concepts into accurate cost models and enable preconstruction leadership across major infrastructure projects.

You will develop detailed takeoffs, run multi-variable models, and drive competitive bids while managing risk and contingencies. Onsite work with regional site visits is expected.