Lead Structures Estimator – Bridges & Heavy Civil

D.A. Collins Companies; Town of Wilton (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-funded retirement plan

Job summary

D.A. Collins Companies, located at Wilton Campus in Wilton, NY, seeks a Structures Estimator to join our team. The role involves leading detailed cost estimates for bridges, foundations, and marine structures, reviewing plans and quantities, and crafting bid strategies.

Travel to project sites will be required as needed. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in heavy civil estimating, strong Excel/B2W skills, and the ability to manage multiple pursuits with tight deadlines while mentoring junior

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related heavy civil construction experience.
• Minimum 5 years estimating experience in heavy civil construction.
• Experience estimating bridges, foundations, dams, or marine structures.
• Proficient with B2W Estimate and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates for bridge, structures, foundation, marine, lock, dam, and transportation projects.
• Prepare or review quantity takeoffs, pricing, production rates, and assumptions for accuracy.
• Analyze plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, schedules, and contract requirements.
• Develop project phasing, construction sequencing, and bid strategies.
• Solicit subcontractor and supplier pricing and assess project risks.
• Conduct site visits to evaluate access, staging, and environmental constraints.
• Mentor junior estimators and assist in estimate reviews.

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field

Tools

B2W Estimate

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

D.A. Collins Companies, located at Wilton Campus in Wilton, NY, seeks a Structures Estimator to join our team. The role involves leading detailed cost estimates for bridges, foundations, and marine structures, reviewing plans and quantities, and crafting bid strategies.

Travel to project sites will be required as needed. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in heavy civil estimating, strong Excel/B2W skills, and the ability to manage multiple pursuits with tight deadlines while mentoring junior