Senior Bridge Estimator — Lead Bid Strategy & Estimates

Gpac; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/Vacation

401(k) with company match

Bonus incentives

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Gpac is seeking a Senior Estimator for bridge and heavy civil projects in Toledo, Ohio. You will lead detailed cost estimation efforts, review plans and geotechnical data, and perform quantity takeoffs for concrete, steel, and foundations.

You will also manage subcontractor pricing and develop bid packages. The role requires 7+ years in bridge/heavy civil estimating, strong DOT/public bid knowledge, and proficiency with estimating software and Excel.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of estimating experience in bridge or heavy civil construction.
• Strong knowledge of DOT projects and public bid processes.
• Experience estimating structural concrete, structural steel, and deep foundation systems.
• Proficient with estimating software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (Preferred).
• Experience with large-scale DOT or design-build bridge projects (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates for bridge and heavy civil projects.
• Review plans, specifications, and geotechnical reports to determine scope and risk.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for structural concrete, structural steel, foundations, piling, earthwork, and related bridge components.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Develop bid packages, scopes of work, and pricing breakdowns.
• Analyze project risks and develop value engineering alternatives.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and client presentations.
• Support project handoff to operations upon award.

Skills

Bridge Estimating

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

Bid strategy

Estimating software

Education

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

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Gpac is seeking a Senior Estimator for bridge and heavy civil projects in Toledo, Ohio. You will lead detailed cost estimation efforts, review plans and geotechnical data, and perform quantity takeoffs for concrete, steel, and foundations.

You will also manage subcontractor pricing and develop bid packages. The role requires 7+ years in bridge/heavy civil estimating, strong DOT/public bid knowledge, and proficiency with estimating software and Excel.