Estimator-Heavy Civil Construction

About the Company

Our client is a respected heavy civil contractor with a strong presence throughout Central and Southern Ohio. For decades, the company has successfully delivered large-scale infrastructure and site development projects for both public and private clients. With annual revenues exceeding $100 million, they continue to expand their portfolio of work involving heavy highway construction, site development, earthwork, underground utilities, and structural and paving concrete.

As the company continues to grow, they are looking to add a motivated estimator to their preconstruction team who enjoys the challenge of pursuing complex civil construction projects.

About the Position

This role offers the opportunity to play a critical part in the companys project acquisition efforts by developing accurate, competitive cost estimates for heavy civil construction projects. The successful candidate will estimate a variety of work including highways, roadway improvements, drainage infrastructure, grading, excavation, and underground utility installations.

Working closely with operations and project leadership, youll analyze plans and specifications, evaluate project risks, develop detailed pricing, and help position the company to secure profitable work. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys managing multiple opportunities simultaneously while delivering high-quality bid packages under deadline.

Primary Responsibilities

Develop comprehensive

estimates for heavy civil and highway construction projects.

Complete quantity

takeoffs from construction drawings and specifications.

Solicit and evaluate

pricing from subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.

Assemble detailed

project budgets and final bid proposals.

Review plans,

specifications, and contract documents to determine project scope and

identify potential risks.

Apply knowledge of

construction methods, sequencing, and productivity to prepare competitive

estimates.

Monitor market

conditions and material pricing trends to ensure estimate accuracy.

Support the

preconstruction process by collaborating with internal project teams

throughout the bidding cycle.

Requirements

A bachelors degree in

Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline with

at least two years of estimating experience;

or

Five or more years of

heavy highway or heavy civil estimating and preconstruction experience.

Strong attention to

detail and excellent organizational skills.

The ability to manage

multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

A solid understanding of

heavy civil construction techniques and estimating practices.

A competitive mindset

with a passion for pursuing and winning new projects.

Benefits

Highly competitive base

salary

Annual discretionary

bonus program

Company vehicle or

vehicle allowance

Generous paid time off

and paid holidays

401(k) plan with company

matching contributions

Medical, dental, and

vision insurance

Company-paid life and

disability insurance