Senior Estimator – Heavy Civil (DOT) Bids, Lead Bid Day

Ridgemont Resources, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Ridgemont Resources, Inc. in Raleigh seeks a Senior Estimator to lead heavy civil highway and bridge bids from takeoff through bid day. You will own estimates, develop bid strategy, and manage subcontractor quotes for NCDOT projects.

The role requires 7+ years in heavy civil estimating, strong pricing discipline, and the ability to mentor junior estimators. Relocation to the Raleigh area is welcome for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of heavy civil estimating with lead estimator experience on DOT bids.
• Experience on highway, bridge, earthwork, paving and drainage estimates.
• Strong takeoff and production-based pricing skills.
• Contractor-side estimating experience preferred over design-side.
• Knowledge of HCSS HeavyBid is a plus; DOT bid experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimates on heavy civil highway and bridge bids from takeoff through bid day.
• Perform quantity takeoffs from plans and specifications.
• Build crew, equipment and production-based cost estimates.
• Solicit, level and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Develop bid strategy, risk review and pricing with leadership.
• Attend prebid meetings and site visits.
• Track NCDOT lettings and build the bid schedule.
• Mentor junior estimators and keep the estimating database current.
• Hand awarded work to the project team with a clean budget.
• Review bid results and carry the lessons into the next estimate.

Skills

Heavy civil estimating

DOT bids

Takeoffs

Pricing accuracy

Contractor estimating

Leadership in estimating

Relocation readiness

Education

Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Job description

Ridgemont Resources, Inc. in Raleigh seeks a Senior Estimator to lead heavy civil highway and bridge bids from takeoff through bid day. You will own estimates, develop bid strategy, and manage subcontractor quotes for NCDOT projects.

The role requires 7+ years in heavy civil estimating, strong pricing discipline, and the ability to mentor junior estimators. Relocation to the Raleigh area is welcome for the right candidate.