Senior Estimator - Heavy Civil Construction

LVI Associates; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Full benefits package

Job summary

LVI Associates in New Jersey is seeking a Senior Estimator to own bids across heavy civil and utility projects, including civil infrastructure, underground utilities, roadway and bridge work.

You’ll play a key role in shaping projects from the preconstruction phase, developing accurate estimates, assessing risk, and supporting strategic bid decisions. You’ll lead the bid process and present estimates to leadership.

Qualifications

• 6-10+ years estimating experience in heavy civil or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, and sequencing.
• Prior field experience is highly valued.
• Ability to build complete, accurate estimates for complex work.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimates from initial review through final submission.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Perform and oversee quantity take-offs.
• Develop detailed cost estimates including labor, equipment, and materials.
• Solicit and level subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Identify risks, constructability issues, and cost drivers.
• Develop means and methods aligned with project conditions.
• Present estimates to leadership and support bid strategy.

Skills

Estimating experience

Construction knowledge

Field experience

Estimator accuracy

Tools

Bluebeam

AGTEK

Primavera

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Location: New Jersey
Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation

Base Salary: $140,000 - $200,000
Performance-based bonus and full benefits package

Role Overview

A leading infrastructure contractor is seeking a Senior Estimator to take ownership of complex bids across heavy civil and utility projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse work including civil infrastructure, underground utilities, roadway and bridge work, and specialized construction projects.

You’ll play a key role in shaping projects from the preconstruction phase, developing accurate estimates, assessing risk, and supporting strategic bid decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead estimates from initial review through final submission
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Perform and oversee quantity take-offs
• Develop detailed cost estimates including labor, equipment, and materials
• Solicit and level subcontractor and supplier pricing
• Identify risks, constructability issues, and cost drivers
• Develop means and methods aligned with project conditions
• Present estimates to leadership and support bid strategy

Qualifications

• 6-10+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil or infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, and sequencing
• Prior field experience is highly valued
• Ability to build complete, accurate estimates for complex work

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with takeoff and estimating tools (e.g., Bluebeam, AGTEK, or similar)
• Familiarity with scheduling tools (Primavera, MS Project, or similar) preferred
• Advanced Excel and strong overall computer skills

What Sets You Apart

• You understand how projects are actually built - not just how they’re priced
• You take ownership of your work and stand behind your numbers
• You balance accuracy, competitiveness, and risk
• You communicate clearly and work well with both field and leadership teams

Why This Role

• Work on complex, meaningful infrastructure projects
• Stable organization with strong backlog and long-term growth
• Opportunity to influence project strategy and outcomes
• Professional environment that values thoughtful estimating