Senior Heavy Civil Structures Estimator

Top Echelon Software LLC; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Echelon Software LLC in Orange County, California is seeking a Structures Estimator with heavy civil experience to estimate bridges, concrete structures, water and wastewater facilities, and transportation-related projects.

You will own full-cycle estimating from takeoff to bid submission, perform quantity takeoffs, coordinate with subs and project teams, and contribute to value engineering and cost-saving strategies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil or structural construction.
• Strong background in concrete structures and public works projects.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specs, and structural drawings.
• Experience with takeoff and estimating software (Bluebeam, HCSS, HeavyBid or similar).
• Solid understanding of production rates, means & methods, and cost drivers.
• Experience working on DOT / public agency projects is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Full-cycle estimating from takeoff to bid submission.
• Quantity takeoffs (concrete, rebar, formwork, excavation, etc.).
• Subcontractor and vendor outreach, leveling, and bid analysis.
• Cost analysis for labor, materials, equipment, and production rates.
• Review of plans, specs, geotechnical reports, and project risks.
• Value engineering and cost-saving strategies.
• Bid packaging and proposal preparation.
• Coordination with project managers and field teams.

Skills

Plan reading & interpretation

Bid management and deadlines

Communication with subs/teams

Tools

Bluebeam

HCSS

HeavyBid

Job description

Top Echelon Software LLC in Orange County, California is seeking a Structures Estimator with heavy civil experience to estimate bridges, concrete structures, water and wastewater facilities, and transportation-related projects.

You will own full-cycle estimating from takeoff to bid submission, perform quantity takeoffs, coordinate with subs and project teams, and contribute to value engineering and cost-saving strategies.