Senior Estimator – Heavy Civil (NCDOT): Lead Bids

LRSolutions, LLC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

LRSolutions, LLC in Raleigh, NC seeks a Senior Estimator to lead highway and bridge bids, from takeoff through bid day. You will own estimates and pricing with leadership, influencing strategy on NCDOT projects in the Triangle area.

The role requires 7+ years in heavy civil estimating, DOT bid experience, and strong takeoff skills. Relocation to Raleigh area is welcomed for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of heavy civil estimating with lead estimator experience on DOT bids.
• Experience in highway, bridge, earthwork, paving and drainage estimating.
• Strong takeoff and production-based pricing skills.
• Contractor-side estimating, not design-side cost estimating.

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

Takeoff

Bid strategy

Mentoring

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Job description

LRSolutions, LLC in Raleigh, NC seeks a Senior Estimator to lead highway and bridge bids, from takeoff through bid day. You will own estimates and pricing with leadership, influencing strategy on NCDOT projects in the Triangle area.

The role requires 7+ years in heavy civil estimating, DOT bid experience, and strong takeoff skills. Relocation to Raleigh area is welcomed for the right candidate.