Remote Structures Cost Estimator & Constructability Lead

Horrocks; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 82,656 - 123,984; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Horrocks seeks a Structures Cost Estimator / Constructability Specialist to translate field/build knowledge into reliable estimates, identify risk, and guide projects before construction begins. The role focuses on strategy, planning, and problem-solving for major infrastructure.

Remote, part-time work eligible, residing in Wasatch Front or Northern Utah. Responsibilities include developing estimates for heavy highway projects, staying current on pricing, coordinating with industry contacts, and

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Construction, or related field plus 7 years’ experience OR more than 15 years’ experience in structural heavy civil estimating, construction management, field engineering, and/or estimating.
• Working knowledge in use of HCSS HeavyBid and/or other estimating software applications.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment with project teams and owner’s representatives.
• Knowledge of state and local construction specifications and software systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual, historical, and production-based estimates for Structural Heavy Highway and Heavy Civil infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with industry contacts to maintain knowledge of current pricing and bidding conditions to aid in the development of project budgets.
• Provide structural estimates, cost control strategies, cost forecasting, constructability reviews, and risk analysis for construction projects.
• Maintain files of project estimates and supporting backup documentation for reference during project execution.
• Work individually and with project teams to assist clients with estimating services (both pre and post letting) during plan and specification development and change-order negotiations.

Skills

Independent work

Collaboration

Cost estimation

Risk awareness

Planning

Education

BS in Engineering/Construction or related field

15+ years experience in estimating/CM/field engineering

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Job description

Horrocks seeks a Structures Cost Estimator / Constructability Specialist to translate field/build knowledge into reliable estimates, identify risk, and guide projects before construction begins. The role focuses on strategy, planning, and problem-solving for major infrastructure.

Remote, part-time work eligible, residing in Wasatch Front or Northern Utah. Responsibilities include developing estimates for heavy highway projects, staying current on pricing, coordinating with industry contacts, and