Senior Structures Estimator - Heavy Civil (Bridges & Water)

Essenti Talent; California; On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Essenti Talent in Orange County, California, seeks a Structures Estimator with strong heavy civil experience. You will own full-cycle estimating for bridges, concrete structures, water/wastewater facilities, and transportation projects, coordinating with operations to ensure successful bids.

Requirements include 5+ years in heavy civil estimating, proficiency with Bluebeam, HCSS or HeavyBid, and the ability to read plans and specs. Local candidates preferred; base salary plus bonus offered.

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).
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• 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

Attention to detail

Communication

Plan interpretation

Bid management

Tools

Bluebeam

HCSS

HeavyBid

Job description

Essenti Talent in Orange County, California, seeks a Structures Estimator with strong heavy civil experience. You will own full-cycle estimating for bridges, concrete structures, water/wastewater facilities, and transportation projects, coordinating with operations to ensure successful bids.

Requirements include 5+ years in heavy civil estimating, proficiency with Bluebeam, HCSS or HeavyBid, and the ability to read plans and specs. Local candidates preferred; base salary plus bonus offered.