Senior Civil Construction Estimator

STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES; Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas (TX, TX, TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Senior Heavy Civil Estimator to support operations across the United States, specifically in Fort Worth, TX. This role involves preparing detailed estimates for construction projects, ideally requiring 10–17 years of estimating experience, and a strong understanding of the heavy civil construction market. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, emphasizing a supportive work environment and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10–17 years of construction estimating experience in concrete repair projects.
• Strong understanding of market prices and client sectors.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive project estimations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates based on project requirements.
• Review historical data to improve estimating processes.
• Maintain client relationships while uncovering business opportunities.

Skills

Construction estimating

Client relationship management

Team collaboration

Construction math proficiency

Market knowledge in heavy civil construction

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Construction estimating software

Job description

Overview

Senior Heavy Civil Estimator to support STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES/VSL heavy civil operations across the United States. This role can be seated at current branch locations, including Fort Worth, TX.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates by calculating statistical data such as quantity take-offs, material price lists, labor costs per man-hour, and equipment costs, and applying to the complete scope of work.
• Define and quantify scope of work and prepare comprehensive conceptual, budgetary, and construction cost estimates for projects.
• Review and research historical data and compile summary reports to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimates.
• Maintain involvement in uncovering sales opportunities with prospective and existing customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management may be preferred.
• 10–17 years of construction estimating experience, ideally in a related industry involving concrete repair projects.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a team to estimate projects of moderate complexity up to $10 million.
• Ability to evaluate, quantify, and capture specification requirements within the estimate.
• Prior experience working with terms and conditions in construction contracts.
• Strong understanding of the heavy civil construction market, including current market prices and clients (engineers, architects, property managers, owners).
• Experience maintaining client relationships while performing light business development.
• Proficiency in construction math and computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Excel) and the ability to read drawings; experience with construction estimating software is a plus.
• Ability to travel 10–20%.

Location

Fort Worth, TX area (location can be at one of the company’s current branch locations).

Company & Culture

STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES is the exclusive licensee of VSL post-tensioning systems in the United States. We provide products and technical support for projects worldwide since 1956, including bridges, buildings, tanks, and special structures. Our culture emphasizes 24/7 safety and quality, competitive compensation, and benefits.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Supportive work environment