See the job before it's built. Price it. Win it. Build it.A growing heavy civil contractor is adding an experienced Estimator to its preconstruction team. This is a key role for someone who knows how to turn drawings, specifications, quantities, and subcontractor pricing into a competitive, accurate bid. You'll have the opportunity to work on major NYC civil and infrastructure pursuits and play a meaningful role in deciding which projects the company wins and builds.
What You'll Do:- Prepare estimates for heavy civil and infrastructure projects
- Review drawings, specifications, bid documents, and scopes
- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and cost analysis
- Develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing
- Solicit and level subcontractor and supplier proposals
- Prepare bid summaries and final estimates
- Identify scope gaps, risks, opportunities, and value-engineering options
- Work closely with Operations and Project Management during pursuit and turnover
What We're Looking For:- 3+ years of heavy civil estimating experience
- Strong background in utilities, underground, excavation, transportation, water/sewer, or infrastructure
- Hands-on HCSS experience required — HeavyBid experience strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of civil means & methods, production rates, labor, equipment, and materialsNYC estimating / public works experience strongly preferred
- Ability to read and interpret complex civil plans and specifications
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
If you can look at a set of plans and know where the money is — and where the risk is — this could be a very good opportunity.
