Senior Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Estimator - Heavy Highway / Site Development (HCSS HeavyBid)

Location: Poughkeepsie, NY (In-office)

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead preconstruction and estimating efforts across heavy highway and site development projects. This role is responsible for producing accurate, competitive cost estimates and leading the estimating process for design-bid-build work.

Projects range from municipal unit-price contracts to private lump-sum development work.

The Senior Estimator plays a key role in bid strategy, risk evaluation, subcontractor engagement, and collaboration with executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the estimating process from bid identification through submission

• Analyze plans, specifications, and contract documents

• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop detailed cost estimates

• Review front-end specifications including insurance, bonding, EEO, and special bid requirements

• Solicit, level, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier proposals

• Identify cost drivers, risks, and mitigation strategies

• Prepare preliminary project schedules

• Coordinate with leadership on bid strategy and go/no-go decisions

• Prepare technical narratives for private development proposals

• Ensure complete and compliant bid packages prior to submission

• Support handoff to operations after award

Qualifications

• 10+ years heavy civil estimating experience

• Experience leading complex estimates and managing multiple bids

• Strong ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and contract requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational and analytical capabilities

• Ability to communicate bid strategy and developments with leadership

Technical Skills:

• HCSS HeavyBid

• Microsoft Office Suite

• Primavera (scheduling)

• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods

• Agency & Market Experience (Preferred)

Experience bidding work for:

• NYSDOT- New York State Department of Transportation

• TANY - Thruway Authority of New York

• NYCDEP - New York City Department of Environmental Protection

• MNRR - Metro North Rail Road

• Municipal agencies throughout the Hudson Valley

• Private site development (lump sum)

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.