Senior Estimator – Heavy Civil Construction

Jobot; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Professional development

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator for heavy civil construction to lead the bidding process from takeoffs to final submission. The role focuses on roads, bridges, and utilities, with leadership growth toward Estimating Manager.

Hybrid schedule with competitive salary and benefits. Ideal candidates have 7+ years in heavy civil estimating, strong organization, and proficiency with estimating software such as InEight or Bid2Win.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (preferred).
• 7+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction (roads, bridges, utilities, etc.).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficient in reviewing plans and specifications for pricing insights.
• Experience with estimating software (e.g., InEight, Bid2Win, or similar) preferred.
• Leadership or mentoring experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project estimating and bidding process, from initial takeoff to final submission.
• Review plans, specifications, and project documents to identify key details and risks affecting pricing.
• Analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes to ensure accuracy and competitiveness.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for earthwork, structures, and other components.
• Refine estimating processes and contribute ideas to improve efficiency.
• Schedule and facilitate internal bid review meetings for timely decision-making.
• Mentor and collaborate with junior staff, promoting a culture of accuracy and teamwork.

Skills

Estimating

Leadership

Mentoring

Takeoffs

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

InEight

Bid2Win

Job description

Heavy Civil Construction experience required

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Zach Allison

Salary: $125,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join a growing heavy civil construction team. This role focuses on developing accurate, competitive project bids for roads, bridges, utilities, waterways, trails, and other public infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, thrives under deadlines, and enjoys using numbers to solve complex challenges that impact profitability and project success. This position offers leadership growth potential into an Estimating Manager role.

Why join us?

• Hybrid schedule (work from home 1x per week); 8 hour work days
• Salary range: $125,000–$150,000 plus performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Collaborative team environment with long-term growth potential

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Lead full project estimating and bidding process, from initial takeoff to final submission
• Review plans, specifications, and project documents to identify key details and risks affecting pricing
• Analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes to ensure accuracy and competitiveness
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for earthwork, structures, and other components
• Refine estimating processes and contribute ideas to improve efficiency
• Schedule and facilitate internal bid review meetings for timely decision-making
• Mentor and collaborate with junior staff, promoting a culture of accuracy and teamwork

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (preferred)
• 7+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction (roads, bridges, utilities, etc.)
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Proficient in reviewing plans and specifications for pricing insights
• Experience with estimating software (e.g., InEight, Bid2Win, or similar) preferred
• Leadership or mentoring experience strongly preferred

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