Chief Estimator

Full-time

Metric DCX

Build what moves America.

For 135 years we have shaped the country’s transportation network, from the Interstate Highway System to roads, bridges, airports, metros and railways. Today, Lane is one of America’s leading civil infrastructure contractors, specializing in mobility, tunnelling and water resources, and taking on projects that tackle sustainable development and climate adaptation.

We’re looking for a Chief Estimator to lead our bid teams on large, complex pursuits and to help decide which projects Lane wins next.

What you’ll do

Lead the bid team from kickoff to submission, assigning pursuits and distributing work across the team
Visit project sites to understand conditions, constraints and restrictions
Build preliminary project schedules from plans and specifications using scheduling software
Work with Supply Chain to price the resources each project needs
Assess scopes of work and develop pricing using conventional methods and estimating software
Engage with DOTs, subcontractors and vendors to make sure projects meet their DBE/minority participation goals
Prepare bid forms, conceptual estimates and negotiated proposals
Review all final estimates for accuracy and completeness
Prepare and track budgets
Research historical and regional costs, and keep historical cost data feeding into new estimates
Independently develop estimates for large or complex projects
Mentor, coach and develop members of the estimating team
Take on other duties as assigned

What you’ll bring

Experience leading bid teams on large public-sector pursuits, ideally DOT work
Proficiency with estimating software (e.g., HCSS HeavyBid, B2W) and scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6)
Strong understanding of DBE requirements and subcontractor/vendor outreach
Sharp analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to hit tight bid deadlines
A collaborative leadership style and a genuine interest in developing people
Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field preferred

Ready to lead the next big pursuit? Apply today.

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