Senior Structures Estimator - Heavy Civil (Bridges & Water)

SteveRecruiter, LLC; California; On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

SteveRecruiter, LLC in Orange County, California seeks a Structures Estimator experienced in heavy civil construction. You will estimate complex structural scopes, including bridges and water/ wastewater facilities, and prepare competitive bids in collaboration with operations.

You will own full-cycle estimating from takeoff to bid submission, perform quantity takeoffs, analyze bids, and coordinate with project managers and field teams to ensure successful project execution.

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, 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

Estimating in heavy civil

Plan interpretation

Communication with subs & internal 팀

Tools

Bluebeam

HCSS

HeavyBid

Job description

SteveRecruiter, LLC in Orange County, California seeks a Structures Estimator experienced in heavy civil construction. You will estimate complex structural scopes, including bridges and water/ wastewater facilities, and prepare competitive bids in collaboration with operations.

You will own full-cycle estimating from takeoff to bid submission, perform quantity takeoffs, analyze bids, and coordinate with project managers and field teams to ensure successful project execution.