Heavy Civil Estimator

Job Description Job Description Summary A well-established heavy civil and public works contractor is seeking an Estimator to support preconstruction efforts across infrastructure-focused projects throughout the Greater LA County area. This role is centered around estimating complex site and civil scopes including water/wastewater facilities, pump stations, underground utilities, and public-use infrastructure. This is a strong fit for someone with a background in public works or heavy civil who wants consistent pipeline, meaningful projects, and the ability to work on infrastructure that directly impacts local communities. Key Responsibilities • Prepare detailed cost estimates for public works and heavy civil construction projects • Perform quantity takeoffs from plans and specifications for sitework, utilities, and concrete scopes • Analyze drawings, specs, and bid documents to develop accurate pricing • Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids • Build and maintain relationships with vendors, subs, and industry partners • Assist in bid preparation, proposal development, and submission • Identify risks, cost-saving opportunities, and value engineering options • Collaborate with project managers and operations during bid handoff • Track historical cost data and support continuous improvement of estimating processes Requirements • 4-7+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil or public works construction • Strong experience with sitework, underground utilities, or infrastructure projects • Ability to read and interpret civil plans, specifications, and bid documents • Experience with takeoff and estimating software • Understanding of public agency bidding processes preferred • Strong analytical and organizational skills • Comfortable working in a team environment with operations and field teams • Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred Compensation & Benefits • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) with company match • Paid holidays and PTO • Strong backlog of public works projects • Union-affiliated contractor with stable pipeline • Opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure projects across Southern California