Senior Heavy Civil Estimator

Cary, NC (Raleigh Area) · Heavy civil projects across Virginia & North CarolinaThe OpportunityStep into a senior seat with a family-owned heavy civil contractor that’s growing — and busy. You’ll own the estimates on civil projects from $1M to $35M across Virginia and North Carolina: highways, earthwork, bridges, and utilities that actually get built. This is your chance to put your name on the numbers that win the work, mentor the next group of estimators, and grow with a company that backs its people and isn’t going anywhere.Why You’ll Want This Role• Real variety and scale — $1M to $35M heavy civil work, never the same job twice• Your estimates win the work — high-visibility impact, not a back-office cog• A clear path up — lead and mentor junior estimators as a senior on the team• A stable, family-owned company that’s growing — and treats people like it• Strong benefits and competitive pay (details below)What You’ll Do• Read and interpret bid documents and plans to build accurate, competitive estimates• Perform quantity takeoffs from civil construction plans and documents• Define project scope and identify the disciplines and subcontractor roles needed• Evaluate DBE participation to ensure project goals are met• Spot constructability issues and value-engineering opportunities early• Coordinate pre-bid activities and inquiries with the owner• Develop and review project estimates and schedules ($1M–$35M)• Build and deliver complete project bid packages• Provide direction and mentorship to junior estimatorsWhat You’ll Bring• 4–7 years of experience as a civil construction estimator• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field• Working knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) specifications• Proficiency with HeavyBid or comparable estimating softwareBonus Points• Hands-on experience with heavy highway, earthwork, bridge, and utility work• Prior work with NCDOT and/or VDOTWhat We Offer• Competitive compensation based on your skills and experience• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance• 401(k) with a 4% company match• 120 hours of paid time off in your first year, plus 8 paid holidays and a personal floating holiday• FSA program• A family-owned culture where good work gets noticed — and moreSchedule & Travel• Full-time, Monday–Friday (occasional weekend work during busy bid cycles)• Some local travel; reliable personal transportation needed