Senior Structures Estimator – Heavy Civil (Concrete)

Ashton North LLC; California; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashton North LLC in Orange County, California is seeking a Structures Estimator with strong experience in heavy civil construction. This role focuses on estimating complex structural scopes including bridges, concrete structures, water/wastewater facilities, and transportation infrastructure.

You will own full-cycle estimating from takeoff to bid submission, conduct quantity takeoffs, manage subcontractor outreach, and analyze costs for labor, materials, equipment, and production rates, while

Qualifications

• 5+ years 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

Estimating

Heavy civil

Concrete structures

Reading plans

Bid software

Tools

Bluebeam

HCSS

HeavyBid

Job description

Ashton North LLC in Orange County, California is seeking a Structures Estimator with strong experience in heavy civil construction. This role focuses on estimating complex structural scopes including bridges, concrete structures, water/wastewater facilities, and transportation infrastructure.

You will own full-cycle estimating from takeoff to bid submission, conduct quantity takeoffs, manage subcontractor outreach, and analyze costs for labor, materials, equipment, and production rates, while