Lead Structures Estimator (PM)

Lead Structures Estimator - Bridge & Structural Steel

A growing heavy civil contractor is seeking a Lead Structures Estimator to support expanding work in bridge construction, structural steel, and railroad structures. This role is open due to steady, long-term growth, not turnover.

They will consider:

• A true Estimator willing to learn PM
• A true Project Manager willing to learn estimating
• A hybrid Estimator/PM who already does both

This is a hands-on role for someone who wants ownership, influence, and the ability to shape how complex structures get built.

What You'll Do:

• Estimate and/or manage bridge and structural steel projects
• Lead planning, scheduling, budgeting, and subcontractor coordination
• Oversee 14 projects at a time, typically $3M$5M
• Work closely with field teams to ensure safe, high-quality execution
• Use HCSS HeavyBid for estimating
• Travel one night per week (home every weekend)

Must-Have Experience:

• 5+ years of bridge experience (required)
• Strong structural steel background (preferred over concrete/cast-in-place)
• Experience as an Estimator, PM, or hybrid
• Willingness to travel one weeknight per week
• Ability to run work - this is not a senior oversight role
• Experience with HCSS HeavyBid or willingness to learn

Nice to Have:

• Railroad structure experience
• Deep foundations or structural support experience

Work Environment:

• On-site role (not hybrid) except for occasional illness situations
• Tight-knit team with direct access to leadership
• Stable workload with consistent growth

Why You'd Want to Work Here:

• Family-owned and operated - people are treated like family, not numbers
• Leadership is present and accessible the owner is on site daily and knows every employee
• Exceptional retention - average tenure is 20+ years
• Real stability - the company has doubled in size over the last decade without layoffs
• Growth without chaos - expanding at a pace that allows people to develop, not burn out
• Career advancement - employees have risen from field laborers to leadership roles
• Supportive culture - if someone has a sick family member, they don't force you to come in
• Strong annual volume with a healthy backlog

This is the kind of place where people stay because they're valued, supported, and given room to grow.