Senior Estimator - Heavy Highway/DOT (Metro Atlanta, GA)

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Estimator | Heavy Highway & DOT

Metro Atlanta, GA

Lead estimating for complex heavy highway and DOT projects from initial plan review through final bid submission. This senior contractor-side position is responsible for developing accurate, competitive, production-based estimates covering roadway construction, grading, drainage, utilities, structures, and related transportation infrastructure.

About the Company

Established heavy civil and transportation contractor delivering highway, bridge, roadway, utility, and public infrastructure projects throughout Georgia and the Southeast.

What You'll Do

• Lead mid- to large-scale heavy highway and DOT estimates from takeoff through final bid submission
• Review plans, specifications, addenda, bid quantities, schedules, and contract requirements
• Develop labor, equipment, material, subcontractor, and production-based pricing
• Estimate roadway, earthwork, grading, drainage, underground utilities, concrete, and structural scopes
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing while identifying scope gaps
• Analyze construction methods, production rates, project risks, and bid opportunities
• Coordinate bid strategy, pricing reviews, and final submissions with estimating and operations leadership
• Support project turnover, maintain historical cost data, and mentor junior estimators as needed

What We're Looking For

• 7+ years of heavy civil or heavy highway estimating experience, including substantial DOT work
• Proven ability to independently lead complex contractor-side estimates from takeoff through final bid
• Strong background estimating roadway, grading, drainage, utilities, and related heavy civil scopes
• Thorough understanding of construction means and methods, crews, equipment, and production rates
• Experience with state DOT bidding and specifications; GDOT experience strongly preferred
• Ability to interpret civil plans, specifications, bid documents, and technical drawings
• HCSS HeavyBid and Bluebeam experience strongly preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and deadline-management skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary DOE
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and relocation assistance opportunities