Chief Estimator

Senior Consultant - Heavy Civil Infrastructure About the Company A leading heavy civil contractor in Texas is seeking an experienced Chief Estimator to drive strategic bidding efforts and lead their estimating team. With a strong backlog and expansion across highways, bridges, underground utilities, and water/wastewater projects, this role is critical to the company’s continued growth and success. If you excel in cost estimating, competitive bidding, and high-level project strategy, this is an opportunity to take on a leadership role with direct executive influence. Why This Opportunity Stands Out Leadership & Influence – Oversee all estimating operations, shape bid strategies, and work directly with executive leadership to drive company success. High-Impact Projects – Lead the estimating team in securing large-scale infrastructure projects that contribute to Texas' transportation and utility networks. Strong Growth & Stability – Join a well-established contractor with a solid backlog and expansion plans, ensuring long-term career security. Fast-Paced & Collaborative Culture – Be part of a team where decision-making is efficient, and your expertise is valued. Competitive Compensation & Career Growth – A clear path to executive leadership with strong financial backing and a commitment to rewarding top talent. This Role Is For You If You Are: A strategic leader who wants to have a real impact on a company’s success. Looking for a role where your expertise in estimating is valued, respected, and rewarded. Interested in career advancement and leadership opportunities within a fast-growing company. Excited about working on high-profile, complex infrastructure projects. Position Overview The Chief Estimator will play a pivotal role in leading the estimating department, ensuring the development of accurate cost estimates and competitive bid proposals for heavy civil construction projects. This position requires deep expertise in construction methodologies, cost analysis, risk assessment, and subcontractor/vendor negotiations. Key Responsibilities: Lead and oversee the preparation of detailed, competitive bid proposals. Develop and implement estimating strategies that align with company growth objectives. Ensure accuracy in quantity takeoffs, cost evaluations, and risk assessments. Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors to secure competitive pricing. Analyze market trends, labor, material, and equipment costs to improve bidding efficiency. Maintain and refine historical cost data to enhance future estimating efforts. Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, and Executives to ensure estimating strategies align with operational goals. Mentor and develop the estimating team, fostering continuous improvement in processes and execution. Qualifications & Skills: 10+ years of experience in heavy civil construction, with a focus on highways, bridges, utilities, or water/wastewater projects. 5+ years of experience leading estimating teams in the heavy civil sector. Expertise in HCSS HeavyBid and takeoff software such as BlueBeam or PlanSwift. Strong understanding of self-perform work, labor, equipment, and material cost estimating. Experience with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project (a plus). Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to interpret construction plans, specifications, and contract documents. Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred but not required). Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Project Management, Engineering, and Business Development Industries Construction, Civil Engineering, and Utilities #J-18808-Ljbffr