Senior Estimator

Liesfeld; Virginia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Liesfeld is seeking a Senior Estimator for our on-site team in the Greater Richmond region to lead the development of accurate, competitive estimates for heavy civil and site development projects.

The role involves evaluating opportunities, reviewing plans, performing quantity takeoffs, and developing cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors, while mentoring the estimating team and ensuring a smooth handoff to operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of construction estimating/related experience.
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and development of accurate estimates for heavy civil and site work.
• Develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs for bids.
• Mentor estimating team and improve cost accuracy and processes.

Skills

Estimating

Takeoffs

Bid development

Cost management

Education

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

Job description

Overview

The Senior Estimator is a full-time, on-site position responsible for leading the preparation and development of accurate, competitive estimates for heavy civil and site development projects throughout the Greater Richmond region. This role plays a key part in Liesfeld Contractor's preconstruction and business development efforts, evaluating project opportunities, reviewing plans and specifications, performing detailed quantity takeoffs, developing labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs, and preparing comprehensive bid proposals. The Senior Estimator works closely with company leadership, Project Managers, Superintendents, and field operations to evaluate construction means and methods, production expectations, project risks, and cost-effective solutions. The ideal candidate will be an experienced, analytical, and detail-oriented construction professional with a strong understanding of heavy civil construction, estimating practices, field operations, and project cost management. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience, along with a minimum of ten (10) years of construction experience in estimating, operations, project engineering, or a related discipline. Experience with earthwork, grading, excavation, underground utilities, drainage, paving, and large-scale site development projects is highly desirable. OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification is required. The successful candidate will be expected to take ownership of complex estimates, develop competitive and well-supported pricing, identify potential project risks and opportunities, build strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors, and ensure a thorough transition of awarded projects to the operations team. This role will also provide guidance and mentorship to other estimating team members while helping strengthen estimating practices, cost accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement across Liesfeld Contractor.