Seasoned Estimator, Heavy Civil – Bridges & Highways

IEW Construction Group; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

IEW Construction Group, a leader in heavy civil and transportation infrastructure, seeks an experienced estimator in New Jersey to prepare bids for highway, bridge, and civil projects. You will collaborate with estimating, operations, project management, and field teams to develop accurate cost estimates.

The ideal candidate has substantial public-sector estimating experience, knowledge of construction means and methods, and strong Excel and bid-weapon software skills.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of estimating experience in heavy civil, highway, bridge, transportation, or infrastructure construction preferred.
• Experience estimating large public construction projects; NJDOT, NJ Turnpike Authority, PennDOT, PANYNJ, or similar agency experience highly desirable.
• Ability to independently interpret plans and specifications, perform takeoffs, and develop comprehensive estimates.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates from initial bid review through final submission, including labor, materials, equipment, trucking, subcontractors, and other project costs.
• Review plans, specifications, contract documents, and addenda; perform quantity takeoffs and identify scope gaps, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop realistic production rates and construction approaches based on project conditions, historical costs, and field experience.
• Solicit and evaluate supplier and subcontractor pricing; confirm scope coverage and competitive bids.
• Assess staging, traffic control, schedules, utility conflicts, access constraints, and constructability considerations.
• Participate in site visits, pre-bid meetings, bid reviews, final pricing, and proposal submissions.

Skills

Estimating experience

Microsoft Excel

Bid coordination

Plans & takeoffs

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/related field

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Bluebeam

Viewpoint/Vista

Job description

IEW Construction Group, a leader in heavy civil and transportation infrastructure, seeks an experienced estimator in New Jersey to prepare bids for highway, bridge, and civil projects. You will collaborate with estimating, operations, project management, and field teams to develop accurate cost estimates.

The ideal candidate has substantial public-sector estimating experience, knowledge of construction means and methods, and strong Excel and bid-weapon software skills.