Senior Estimator, Heavy Civil & Site Development

Branch; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Branch Civil, Inc. is seeking a Senior Estimator in Virginia to lead bidding for heavy civil and site development projects. You will perform quantity take-offs, pricing, scoping, and bid development, visiting sites to refine estimates and coordinating with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.

The role also entails mentoring junior staff, reviewing estimates with PMs and supervisors, and ensuring DBE/MBE compliance and overall bid integrity. Occasional travel may apply as projects require.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 10 years of experience in an estimating role in pursuits of $20M+.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a senior level estimating role.
• HCSS HeavyBid experience required.
• Proficiency with Agtek earthwork software is required.
• Strong math skills with a thorough understanding of geometry.
• Understanding of geotechnical information.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings.
• Ability to communicate technical information both orally and in writing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to anticipate and account for potential quality, safety, productivity and schedule implications in the production of the estimate.
• Advanced knowledge of construction principles and capabilities of manpower and equipment.
• Advanced understanding of bidding different contract types and the intricacies they present
• Proven ability to manage multiple bidding projects at the same time
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive
• Effectively perform job duties while maintaining the company’s core values

Responsibilities

• Performing quantity take-offs, pricing, scoping and bidding of construction projects.
• Visiting the project site to develop a thorough understanding of the site conditions.
• Developing relationships with customers, subcontractors, and suppliers through direct communication
• Identifying constructability issues through the estimating process.
• Leading the estimating team through the estimating process on select projects.
• Act as mentor to junior team members
• Reviewing estimates with project managers, superintendents and other estimators to ensure project costs are accurately captured in the estimate
• Present estimate and participate in bid reviews with senior management to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Assure compliance with MBE/DBE requirements of contract in bid process. Assure that all appropriate subcontractors have been solicited
• Develop preliminary project schedule based on the information provided in the plans and specifications
• Preparing preliminary budgets for projects won.

Skills

Estimating

Communication

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Geotechnical knowledge

Education

Bachelors in civil engineering / construction management

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Agtek

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Branch Civil, Inc. is seeking a Senior Estimator in Virginia to lead bidding for heavy civil and site development projects. You will perform quantity take-offs, pricing, scoping, and bid development, visiting sites to refine estimates and coordinating with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.

The role also entails mentoring junior staff, reviewing estimates with PMs and supervisors, and ensuring DBE/MBE compliance and overall bid integrity. Occasional travel may apply as projects require.