The Junior Estimator supports the estimating function for a heavy civil contractor by owning defined pre-bid and budget-support activities while assisting senior estimators with bid preparation. The Junior Estimator focuses on compliance documentation and controlled estimating tasks enabling senior estimators to concentrate on pricing strategy risk and final bid decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
Prepare track and submit required pre-bid compliance documents for public and private heavy civil bids
Ensure all bid packages meet owner agency and procurement requirements prior to submission
Maintain organized and auditable pre-bid records for each opportunity
Own the pre-bid package from release through handoff to senior estimators
Assemble bid documents including plans specifications addenda and solicitation requirements
Track bid calendars deadlines addenda and pre-bid questions
Coordinate internal distribution of bid documents to estimators and stakeholders
Prepare IDIQ budget estimates and task order quotes using defined templates and historical data
Update pricing tables and unit-cost references under estimator guidance
Support rapid-turn budget requests tied to existing IDIQ contracts
Support estimators with quantity takeoffs data entry and scope organization
Assist with bid day preparation including final document checks and upload readiness
Enter estimate data into estimating systems (e.g. HCSS HeavyBid) as directed
Help maintain historical cost data bid logs and estimating reference materials
Coordinate closely with estimators operations and project controls to ensure bid readiness
Participate in pre-bid meetings and internal reviews as assigned
Communicate clearly when compliance items addenda or timelines change
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Required Skills & Abilities
Strong attention to detail and document control discipline (this role lives and dies by accuracy)
Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and document management tools
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to follow established estimating processes and escalation paths
Preferred Qualifications
Associate or Bachelors degree in Construction Management Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
03 years of experience in construction estimating project coordination or bid support
Exposure to heavy civil utilities water or infrastructure projects preferred
Familiarity with public procurement and IDIQ-style contracts a plus
Experience with HCSS HeavyBid or similar estimating software is beneficial but not required
Physical & Work Environment
Prolonged periods of desk and computer work
Occasional travel to pre-bid meetings or project sites
Ability to meet bid deadlines in time-sensitive environments
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or protected veteran status.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
The Junior Estimator supports the estimating function for a heavy civil contractor by owning defined pre-bid and budget-support activities while assisting senior estimators with bid preparation. The Junior Estimator focuses on compliance documentation and controlled estimating tasks enabling senior ...
The Junior Estimator supports the estimating function for a heavy civil contractor by owning defined pre-bid and budget-support activities while assisting senior estimators with bid preparation. The Junior Estimator focuses on compliance documentation and controlled estimating tasks enabling senior estimators to concentrate on pricing strategy risk and final bid decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
Prepare track and submit required pre-bid compliance documents for public and private heavy civil bids
Ensure all bid packages meet owner agency and procurement requirements prior to submission
Maintain organized and auditable pre-bid records for each opportunity
Own the pre-bid package from release through handoff to senior estimators
Assemble bid documents including plans specifications addenda and solicitation requirements
Track bid calendars deadlines addenda and pre-bid questions
Coordinate internal distribution of bid documents to estimators and stakeholders
Prepare IDIQ budget estimates and task order quotes using defined templates and historical data
Update pricing tables and unit-cost references under estimator guidance
Support rapid-turn budget requests tied to existing IDIQ contracts
Support estimators with quantity takeoffs data entry and scope organization
Assist with bid day preparation including final document checks and upload readiness
Enter estimate data into estimating systems (e.g. HCSS HeavyBid) as directed
Help maintain historical cost data bid logs and estimating reference materials
Coordinate closely with estimators operations and project controls to ensure bid readiness
Participate in pre-bid meetings and internal reviews as assigned
Communicate clearly when compliance items addenda or timelines change
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Required Skills & Abilities
Strong attention to detail and document control discipline (this role lives and dies by accuracy)
Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and document management tools
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to follow established estimating processes and escalation paths
Preferred Qualifications
Associate or Bachelors degree in Construction Management Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
03 years of experience in construction estimating project coordination or bid support
Exposure to heavy civil utilities water or infrastructure projects preferred
Familiarity with public procurement and IDIQ-style contracts a plus
Experience with HCSS HeavyBid or similar estimating software is beneficial but not required
Physical & Work Environment
Prolonged periods of desk and computer work
Occasional travel to pre-bid meetings or project sites
Ability to meet bid deadlines in time-sensitive environments
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or protected veteran status.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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