Senior Civil Estimator: Lead Preconstruction

Blueprint Search Group; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Time Off

Company-paid Life Insurance

Job summary

Blueprint Search Group is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Estimator to lead the preconstruction process for civil and environmental restoration projects. The role emphasizes independent development of accurate, competitive estimates using HCSS HeavyBid from plan review through final bid submission.

This is not an entry-level position. You will identify risks, translate estimates into successful field execution, and meet tight bid deadlines while maintaining high accuracy and attention to

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years estimating experience in civil construction or site development.
• Extensive experience using HCSS HeavyBid.
• Proven ability to independently prepare complete estimates from start to finish.
• Strong knowledge of earthwork, grading, excavation and site development.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; Primavera experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimates from initial review through final bid submission.
• Review plans, specs and bid docs to determine scope.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates.
• Estimate grading, excavation, utilities, site development, erosion control and environmental restoration work.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing, define scopes, and level bids.
• Identify scope gaps and project risks before bid submission.
• Develop estimate assumptions, clarifications and exclusions.
• Maintain pricing databases and estimate documentation.
• Coordinate with project management to ensure smooth transitioning to construction.
• Meet aggressive bid deadlines with accuracy.

Skills

Civil estimating

Lead estimating

Detail oriented

Excel proficiency

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Primavera

Job description

Blueprint Search Group is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Estimator to lead the preconstruction process for civil and environmental restoration projects. The role emphasizes independent development of accurate, competitive estimates using HCSS HeavyBid from plan review through final bid submission.

This is not an entry-level position. You will identify risks, translate estimates into successful field execution, and meet tight bid deadlines while maintaining high accuracy and attention to