Heavy Civil Estimator

Kansas City, KS - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 90000 - 170000

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Estimator Heavy Civil / Structures

Kansas City MO (Onsite Relocation Supported)
Heavy Civil Construction
Compensation: $90000$170000 DOE Bonus Allowances

Position Overview

The Estimator will support bidding efforts for heavy civil projects with a strong focus on structures bridges and highway work. This role works closely with project managers schedulers and engineers to develop accurate competitive bids for public infrastructure projects.

This is an onsite role with minimal travel. Relocation assistance is available and structured based on experience level.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare detailed cost estimates for heavy civil and structural projects
Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing using industry-standard estimating software
Analyze plans specifications and bid documents
Collaborate with engineers project managers and schedulers throughout the bid process
Work with DOT requirements (state and municipal projects)
Evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing
Participate in bid strategy meetings and scope reviews
Support multiple bids simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines
Utilize multiple screens and tools to analyze drawings quantities and costs
Assist with post-bid reviews and handoff to project teams

Projects Youll Work On

Highway expansions and roadway improvements
Bridge and structural concrete work
DOT-funded infrastructure projects
Large-scale public works projects ranging from small builds to multi-hundred-million-dollar scopes

Required Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction
Experience with structures bridges highways or heavy civil projects
Proficiency with estimating software such as:
- HeavyBid
- Bluebeam
- Bid2Win
- AutoCAD
- Excel
Strong understanding of construction documents and bid requirements
Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment
Hands-on estimating experience (not PMs transitioning into estimating)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working on DOT projects (MODOT KDOT or similar)
Background in structural or bridge estimating
Experience with public infrastructure bids
Degree in Construction Management Civil Engineering or related field (not required if experience is strong)

Required Experience:

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Estimator Heavy Civil / StructuresKansas City MO (Onsite Relocation Supported)Heavy Civil ConstructionCompensation: $90000$170000 DOE Bonus AllowancesPosition OverviewThe Estimator will support bidding efforts for heavy civil projects with a strong focus on structures bridges and highway work. T...