Senior Structures Estimator — Heavy Civil, ESOP Benefits

Whitaker Construction; Lehi (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Health benefits

Retirement plan with 401K match

Paid holidays & personal days

Quarterly incentive program

Job summary

Whitaker Construction in Utah is seeking an experienced Structures Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates and bid packages for heavy civil projects, including cast-in-place concrete, pump stations, water treatment facilities, vaults, and bridges. You will analyze plans, specs, and project docs to determine scope, materials, labor, and equipment costs.

The role supports bid strategy, profitability analysis, and smooth turnover to operations, with a focus on risk assessment and value

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply company estimating policies and procedures.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct site evaluations.
• Analyze plans, specifications, and reports to prepare detailed quantity take-offs for concrete, formwork, reinforcing steel, embedments, structural steel.
• Develop labor, material, and equipment cost estimates using company software (B2W estimating software experience is a bonus).
• Evaluate formwork systems, concrete placement methods, crane and equipment needs, and sequencing to determine efficient and cost-effective construction approaches.
• Compare take-off quantities to bid forms to ensure accuracy.
• Submit RFIs and clarify discrepancies with owners, engineers, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Evaluate alternative construction methods and cost-saving opportunities.
• Assess project risk exposure and profitability.
• Participate in bid reviews and ensure timely submission of complete bids.
• Coordinate successful handoff of awarded projects to Project Managers.
• Assist with change order pricing preparation during construction.
• Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Plan interpretation

Bid management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

Coins

B2W

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Job description

Whitaker Construction in Utah is seeking an experienced Structures Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates and bid packages for heavy civil projects, including cast-in-place concrete, pump stations, water treatment facilities, vaults, and bridges. You will analyze plans, specs, and project docs to determine scope, materials, labor, and equipment costs.

The role supports bid strategy, profitability analysis, and smooth turnover to operations, with a focus on risk assessment and value