Senior Estimator - Heavy Civil/Marine Construction

LVI Associates; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Performance incentives

Retirement support

Long-term advancement opportunities

Job summary

LVI Associates in Newburyport, MA is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead the preparation of competitive bids for heavy civil/marine transportation projects across New England. This hands-on role covers opportunity review, quantity takeoffs, subcontractor outreach, and final bid submission.

The ideal candidate has significant heavy civil estimating experience, can evaluate labor, equipment, materials, and risks, and will mentor junior estimators while driving estimating process improvements.

Qualifications

• Significant estimating experience in heavy civil and transportation infrastructure.
• Experience pricing self-performed labor, materials and equipment.
• Ability to read plans, specs and contracts and develop comprehensive cost estimates.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimates from opportunity review to final bid submission.
• Review plans, specs, addenda, and bid requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for heavy civil scopes and develop complete cost estimates.
• Mentor junior estimators and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Estimating experience in heavy civil/‑

Bid development and leadership

Labor, equipment, materials pricing

Digital takeoff software proficiency

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Construction estimating software

Digital takeoff software

Job description

Senior Estimator - Heavy Civil/Marine Construction (PR/612208) Newburyport, Massachusetts

Salary: USD150000 - USD200000 per year

Location: North Shore, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation
Base Salary: $150,000 – $200,000, depending on experience
Comprehensive benefits, performance incentives, retirement support, and long-term advancement opportunities

Role Overview
An established heavy civil contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead the preparation of competitive bids for complex transportation and infrastructure projects throughout New England.

This is a hands‑on estimating position with responsibility for the entire bid process, including opportunity review, quantity takeoffs, subcontractor and supplier outreach, cost development, constructability analysis, bid strategy, and final submission.

The ideal candidate understands how major civil projects are built and can accurately evaluate labor, equipment, materials, production rates, subcontracted work, risk, and project-specific requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead estimates from initial opportunity review through final bid submission
• Review plans, specifications, addenda, contract documents, and bid requirements
• Perform and oversee detailed quantity takeoffs for heavy civil scopes
• Develop complete cost estimates covering labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors
• Determine construction means, methods, sequencing, crew composition, and production assumptions
• Solicit, review, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits to evaluate access, logistics, and project conditions
• Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, project risks, and pricing opportunities
• Develop preliminary schedules, workforce plans, and equipment requirements
• Participate in bid reviews and present pricing strategies to leadership
• Complete final bid forms and confirm all submission requirements are met
• Support project handoff to operations following award
• Maintain historical cost information and help improve estimating processes
• Mentor junior estimators and support the continued development of the estimating team

What They’re Looking For

• Significant estimating experience in heavy civil, highway, bridge, rail, marine, or transportation infrastructure construction
• Proven ability to take ownership of large and technically complex bids
• Strong understanding of heavy civil construction means, methods, sequencing, and production rates
• Experience pricing self-performed labor, materials, and equipment
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, contracts, and technical documents
• Proficiency with construction estimating and digital takeoff software
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines without sacrificing accuracy
• Confident communication skills and the ability to work with leadership, operations, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred, although equivalent industry experience will be considered

Preferred Experience

• Bridge and highway construction
• Railroad or track‑related infrastructure
• Marine construction or complex waterfront work
• Public‑sector bidding and compliance requirements
• Large, multi‑phase infrastructure projects
• Scheduling, constructability reviews, and bid‑risk analysis

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Competitive salary of $150,000 to $200,000
• Opportunity to lead bids for major infrastructure projects throughout New England
• Established contractor with a stable pipeline of technically challenging work
• High‑visibility role with direct access to company leadership
• Collaborative environment where estimating expertise influences which projects are pursued
• Strong benefits, retirement support, and professional development opportunities
• Long‑term path toward greater preconstruction and estimating leadership