Contractor Estimator and Sales

Regional Sale Enablement Manager – Centeral Region
A culture of safety, service, and integrity
Real career growth through training and internal mobility
The backing of a national organization, with the heart of a local team
A place where your work directly improves public safety

Every role at Helix plays a part in protecting lives and keeping communities moving. Helix Traffic Solutions is seeking an experienced Corporate Estimator to support the development of accurate, competitive estimates and bids for roadway construction, temporary traffic control, work zone safety, and related services across the organization. This role will work closely with operating divisions, operations teams, contractors, vendors, and other internal stakeholders to evaluate project requirements, develop pricing, identify risks, and support successful project pursuits.

This position will play an important role in helping Helix pursue profitable opportunities while ensuring estimates accurately reflect project scope, costs, and operational requirements.

Review construction plans, specifications, bid documents, and traffic control requirements to determine project scope and estimating requirements
Develop accurate and competitive cost estimates, including labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, logistics, and other project costs
Prepare and submit bids for DOT, state, county, municipal, commercial, and private construction projects
Analyze project plans and specifications to identify scope gaps, potential risks, and cost considerations
Develop appropriate pricing and bid strategies based on project requirements, market conditions, and competitive factors
Coordinate with Division Presidents, Branch Managers, Operations teams, vendors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to gather project-specific information and validate estimating assumptions
Attend pre-bid meetings and communicate with contractors and project stakeholders to clarify scope, requirements, and expectations
Evaluate labor, equipment, material, subcontractor, and production requirements to ensure estimates are complete and accurate
Track submitted bids, maintain accurate estimating records, and follow up with contractors to obtain project status and market feedback
Monitor labor, material, equipment, and market pricing to ensure estimates remain current and competitive
Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, plans, specifications, and bid documents

• Strong understanding of labor, equipment, materials, subcontractor, and project-related costs
• Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking when reviewing plans and specifications, identifying scope risks, and developing competitive bid strategies
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and the ability to work comfortably with financial and numerical data
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders
• Ability to work independently while effectively partnering with teams across multiple locations and business units

Experience estimating temporary traffic control, work zone safety, roadway construction, or related services
Experience with DOT, municipal, commercial, or private construction projects
Experience working directly with contractors, subcontractors, and vendors
Experience with estimating software or construction management systems
Experience mentoring, coaching, or reviewing the work of other estimators