Insight Global is helping a well-established civil construction contractor in the San Antonio area seeking an experienced Senior Civil Estimator to join our growing team. This is a critical role responsible for managing bid preparation and cost estimating for civil projects. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of civil scopes, and a proven ability to produce competitive and accurate estimates.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare complete and detailed cost estimates for public and private sector civil projects (earthwork, utilities, paving, grading, drainage, etc.)
- Review bid packages, drawings, and specifications to identify project scope, risks, and requirements
- Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing; maintain relationships with vendors and trade partners
- Collaborate with project managers and field staff to ensure alignment between preconstruction and execution
- Attend pre-bid meetings, perform site visits, and assess job site conditions as needed
- Provide support for junior estimators as needed
- Prepare quantity takeoffs using software tools (e.g., HCSS HeavyBid, Bluebeam, or similar)
- Build budgets, schedules, and phasing plans as part of proposal packages
- Support project handoffs and provide guidance to field teams after award
- Monitor market trends and pricing changes to ensure competitiveness
- Contribute to refining internal estimating systems and databases
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Required Skills & Experience- Minimum of a bachelors degree
- 10+ years of estimating putting out bid packages for civil projects
- Ability to read and interpret civil plans, specs, and geotechnical reports
Nice to Have Skills & Experience- Estimating certifications/licensures
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.
