Lead Structures Estimator – Bridges & Civil Projects

Software Placement Group, SPG; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

N/A in California is seeking a Structures Estimator to lead estimating efforts for complex structural scopes across bridges, water/wastewater facilities, and transportation infrastructure.

This role requires coordinating with operations to ensure accurate bids and successful project execution, with full-cycle estimating from takeoff through bid submission. 5+ years of heavy civil estimating experience and strong plan-reading skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil or structural construction.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and structural drawings.
• Experience with takeoff and estimating software such as Bluebeam, HCSS, HeavyBid, or similar.
• Knowledge of production rates, means and methods, and cost drivers.
• Local candidates only

Responsibilities

• Estimate cast-in-place concrete structures, bridges, retaining walls, and structural foundations
• Prepare estimates for water and wastewater treatment structures including tanks, basins, and pump stations
• Estimate box culverts, vaults, and underground structures
• Estimate transportation-related structures including rail, highway, and grade separations
• Manage full-cycle estimating from takeoff to bid submission
• Perform quantity takeoffs for concrete, rebar, formwork, excavation, and related scopes
• Conduct subcontractor and vendor outreach, bid leveling, and bid analysis
• Analyze costs for labor, materials, equipment, and production rates
• Review plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and project risks
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving strategies
• Prepare bid packages and proposals
• Coordinate with project managers and field teams

Skills

Estimating experience (heavy civil/40k

Reading plans and drawings

Takeoffs and bid preparation

Vendor/subcontractor coordination

Tools

Bluebeam

HCSS

HeavyBid

Job description

N/A in California is seeking a Structures Estimator to lead estimating efforts for complex structural scopes across bridges, water/wastewater facilities, and transportation infrastructure.

This role requires coordinating with operations to ensure accurate bids and successful project execution, with full-cycle estimating from takeoff through bid submission. 5+ years of heavy civil estimating experience and strong plan-reading skills are essential.