Senior Estimator – Heavy Civil (NCDOT) – Raleigh

Joseph Michaels International; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Joseph Michaels International is seeking a Senior Estimator for heavy civil highway and bridge bids in the Raleigh area. You will own estimates from takeoff to bid day, focusing on NCDOT work and related projects.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in heavy civil estimating, lead bid experience, and hands-on takeoff and pricing skills, with readiness to relocate to Raleigh or already based in Triangle.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of heavy civil estimating with lead DOT bids.
• Experience estimating highway, bridge, earthwork, paving and drainage.
• Strong takeoff and production-based pricing skills.
• Contractor-side estimating experience.
• NCDOT bid experience is a plus.
• Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is a plus.
• Based in the Triangle or willing 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, 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.

Education

Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Job description

Joseph Michaels International is seeking a Senior Estimator for heavy civil highway and bridge bids in the Raleigh area. You will own estimates from takeoff to bid day, focusing on NCDOT work and related projects.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in heavy civil estimating, lead bid experience, and hands-on takeoff and pricing skills, with readiness to relocate to Raleigh or already based in Triangle.