Senior Estimator

Summary/Objective

The Senior Estimator develops project estimates and schedules for civil construction projects ($2M-$40M), interprets contract requirements, and mentors junior team members. Experience in heavy highway, earthwork, bridge, and utility construction.

Essential Functions

- Interpret bid documents and construction plans. 

- Conduct quantity takeoffs from project plans. 

- Define project scope and required disciplines. 

- Identify subcontractor roles and DBE participation to meet project goals. 

- Identify constructability issues and value engineering opportunities. 

- Coordinate pre-bid activities and owner inquiries. 

- Prepare and review project estimates and schedules ($1M-$40M). 

- Mentor junior estimators. 

- Create and deliver project bid packages.

-Oversee junior estimators.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience 

- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field (preferred). 

- 5-10+ years of civil construction estimating experience. 

- Familiarity with Department of Transportation specifications. 

- Experience using HeavyBid or similar estimating software.

Preferred Education and Experience 

- Experience in heavy highway, earthwork, bridge, and utility construction. 

- Prior work with NCDOT.