Senior Estimator - Heavy Civil (DOT) Lead Bids, Raleigh

Zaddy Solutions; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Zaddy Solutions is seeking a Senior Estimator for heavy civil highway and bridge projects in the Raleigh area. You will own estimates from takeoff through bid day on NCDOT work, leading bids and shaping strategy with senior leadership.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in heavy civil estimating, strong takeoff skills, and DOT bid experience. This on-site role offers full benefits and a clear path to lead bid decisions and drive project success in a stable, backlog-rich environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of heavy civil estimating, with lead estimator experience on DOT bids.
• Experience estimating highway, bridge, earthwork, paving and drainage projects.
• Strong takeoff and production-based pricing skills.
• Contractor-side estimating experience preferred over design-side.
• Knowledge of HCSS HeavyBid is a plus.
• NCDOT bid experience is a plus.
• Location either Triangle area or willingness to relocate to Raleigh.

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 and pricing with leadership.
• Attend prebid meetings and site visits.
• Track NCDOT lettings and build the bid schedule.
• Mentor junior estimators and maintain estimating databases.
• Hand off awarded work to project teams with a clean budget.
• Review bid results and capture lessons for future estimates.

Skills

Heavy civil estimating

Lead estimator experience

DOT bids

Takeoffs

Subcontractor quotes

Bid strategy

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Job description

Zaddy Solutions is seeking a Senior Estimator for heavy civil highway and bridge projects in the Raleigh area. You will own estimates from takeoff through bid day on NCDOT work, leading bids and shaping strategy with senior leadership.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in heavy civil estimating, strong takeoff skills, and DOT bid experience. This on-site role offers full benefits and a clear path to lead bid decisions and drive project success in a stable, backlog-rich environment.