Senior Estimator – Design-Build Bridge & Highway
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead the pursuit of complex design-build bridge and highway projects. This individual will be responsible for preparing competitive estimates, evaluating risk, collaborating with operations and design partners, and helping secure major transportation infrastructure projects.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected heavy civil contractor with a strong backlog of DOT and alternative delivery projects.
Responsibilities
- Prepare complete cost estimates for design-build bridge and highway projects.
- Analyze plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and bid documents.
- Develop quantity takeoffs, pricing, subcontractor scopes, and bid packages.
- Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals.
- Participate in design-build pursuits, proposal development, and technical reviews.
- Identify project risks and value engineering opportunities.
- Collaborate with project managers, operations, engineering teams, and design partners.
- Present estimates to executive leadership and assist during bid reviews.
- Support estimating process improvements and mentor junior estimators as needed.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction.
- Demonstrated experience estimating design-build bridge and highway projects.
- Strong understanding of DOT specifications, roadway construction, bridge structures, grading, drainage, and utilities.
- Experience with conceptual estimating and alternative delivery procurement.
- Proficiency with estimating software such as HCSS HeavyBid, Bid2Win, AGTEK, Bluebeam, or similar platforms.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Experience leading estimates exceeding $50M.
- Knowledge of scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
- Experience participating in shortlist interviews and proposal presentations.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Long-term career growth with a leading heavy civil contractor
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
