Senior Heavy Civil Estimator

Senior Estimator

The Senior Estimator is responsible for leading civil site construction cost estimation, analyzing project scope, preparing competitive bid proposals, and collaborating across project teams. This role involves conducting quantity takeoffs, evaluating subcontractor pricing, assessing project risks, and assisting in managing estimators to ensure accurate, timely, and high-quality bid submissions.

• Analyze project scope: Review blueprints, technical specifications, and other project documentation to understand the full scope of work.

• Perform quantity takeoffs: Accurately measure and quantify the amount of materials, labor, and equipment needed to complete the Earthworks, Roadways, Drainage, and Utilities. This step is often supported by specialized estimating software (B2W Estimate, Agtek Gradework, Planswift, & Office Suite).

• Solicit and evaluate bids: Collect and compare quotes from subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive pricing for all aspects of the project.

• Collaborate with project teams: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to develop bid strategies, present findings, and make recommendations for cost-saving measures or risk mitigation.

• Prepare and submit proposals: Assemble all gathered data into a comprehensive and well-organized cost estimate and bid proposal for clients or bidding competitions.

• Identify and assess risks: Factor potential project variables, such as weather delays, material shortages, or difficult site conditions, into the estimate.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

• Experience: 5+ years of proven experience in construction estimating, preferably in heavy civil construction, earthwork, roadway, drainage, and utilities. As a Senior Estimator, the ability to manage, mentor, and support Estimators and Junior Estimators is required

• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, civil site development, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, specifications, and project documents.

• Estimating Skills: Experience with quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, bid preparation, subcontractor/vendor pricing, and proposal development.

• Software Proficiency: Experience with estimating and takeoff software such as B2W Estimate, Agtek Gradework, Planswift, and Office Suite.

• Leadership Skills: Ability to manage, mentor, and review the work of Estimators and Junior Estimators.

• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate costs, risks, and project requirements.

• Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with project teams, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and leadership.

• Attention to Detail: Ability to ensure accuracy in quantities, pricing, scope, and final estimates.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work on uneven surfaces.

• Able to sit and stand for long periods of time.

• May require using personal protective equipment.

• Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner and actively listen to our clients and their needs.

• Excellent time management skills.

Benefits:

• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• 401K retirement
• Competitive hourly wages
• Paid weekly
• Direct deposit.
• PTO

Company Culture: Join a fun, family-oriented company that prioritizes internal growth and offers opportunities to build a rewarding career. We foster a supportive environment where you can create a better future for yourself.

Tucker Paving, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.