Senior Structures Estimator - Heavy Civil (Bridges & Water)

Sun Recruiting, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Recruiting, Inc. is seeking a Structures Estimator for heavy civil projects in Orange County, California. The role focuses on estimating complex structural scopes such as bridges, concrete structures, and water/wastewater facilities.

You will handle full-cycle estimating from takeoff to bid submission, coordinate with subs and vendors, and push cost analyses to optimize proposals. Local candidates with U.S. construction experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil or structural construction.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specs, and structural drawings.
• Experience with takeoff and estimating software (Bluebeam, HCSS, HeavyBid, or similar).
• Experience working on DOT/public agency projects is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform 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

Heavy civil estimating

Plan interpretation

Communication with subs

Tools

Bluebeam

HCSS

HeavyBid

Job description

Sun Recruiting, Inc. is seeking a Structures Estimator for heavy civil projects in Orange County, California. The role focuses on estimating complex structural scopes such as bridges, concrete structures, and water/wastewater facilities.

You will handle full-cycle estimating from takeoff to bid submission, coordinate with subs and vendors, and push cost analyses to optimize proposals. Local candidates with U.S. construction experience are preferred.