Civil Highway Estimator

Trueline

$120K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in heavy civil, highway, site development, or infrastructure estimating
  • Proven expertise in estimating excavation, grading, utilities, drainage, paving, or roadway projects
  • Competent in managing intricate estimates from start to finish
  • Deep understanding of construction methods, means, and productivity rates
  • Familiarity with estimating software and digital takeoff tools
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
  • Leadership-oriented mindset with a desire to expand beyond standard estimating duties

Responsibilities

  • Lead detailed cost estimate preparation and competitive bid submissions for heavy civil projects
  • Review project plans and specifications to evaluate requirements
  • Conduct quantity takeoffs and establish accurate costs for labor, materials, and subcontractors
  • Analyze project risks and opportunities in pricing and constructability
  • Engage in bid strategy discussions and project pursuit decisions with leadership
  • Negotiate pricing with subcontractors and suppliers
  • Prepare comprehensive bid packages and proposal documentation
  • Support project budgeting and turnover processes post-award
  • Assist with pricing for change orders and conducting financial reviews as needed
  • Recommend improvements to enhance estimating practices across the organization

Benefits

  • Annual performance bonus opportunity
  • Company vehicle provided
  • Company-paid mobile phone
  • Work clothing stipend
  • 401(k) plan with company matching
  • 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees
  • Dental and vision insurance included
  • Basic life insurance coverage
  • Generous paid time off policy
  • Family-oriented workplace culture with supportive leadership
  • Opportunities for long-term career advancement and growth
  • Direct access to executive leadership and strategic business initiatives
Full Job Description
Seeking a Heavy Civil / Highway Construction Estimator to join the team in Sabattus, Maine. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an experienced estimator who wants to help shape project strategy, influence company growth, and work closely with ownership on critical infrastructure and site development projects.

What You'll Do as the Heavy Civil / Highway Construction Estimator:
  • Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates and competitive bid submissions for heavy civil and infrastructure projects
  • Review plans, specifications, addenda, and contract documents to assess project requirements
  • Perform quantity takeoffs and develop accurate labor, equipment, material, subcontractor, and trucking costs
  • Evaluate project risks, constructability challenges, and pricing opportunities
  • Participate in project pursuit decisions and bid strategy discussions with company leadership
  • Solicit, analyze, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier pricing
  • Prepare bid packages, clarifications, alternates, and proposal documentation
  • Support project turnover, budgeting, and cost code development following award
  • Assist with change order pricing and project financial reviews as needed
  • Recommend process improvements and help strengthen estimating best practices across the organization
  • Serve as a collaborative resource for operations, project management, and executive leadership

Must-Haves as the Heavy Civil / Highway Construction Estimator:
  • 5+ years of estimating experience within heavy civil, highway, site development, or infrastructure construction
  • Strong experience estimating excavation, grading, utilities, drainage, paving, or roadway projects
  • Ability to independently manage complex estimates from bid review through submission
  • Thorough understanding of construction means, methods, and production rates
  • Experience using estimating software and digital takeoff platforms
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
  • Leadership mindset with interest in contributing beyond traditional estimating responsibilities

Nice-to-Haves as the Heavy Civil / Highway Construction Estimator:
  • Maine DOT estimating experience
  • Experience bidding municipal infrastructure projects
  • Proficiency with Bluebeam, Trimble, or similar construction technology platforms
  • Previous mentoring, supervisory, or leadership experience
  • Experience participating in strategic planning or operational improvement initiatives

This position Offers:
  • Base salary of $120,000
  • Annual performance bonus opportunity
  • Company vehicle
  • Company-paid cell phone
  • Work clothing stipend
  • 401(k) with company match
  • 100% employer-paid employee health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Basic life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Family-oriented culture with strong leadership support
  • Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities
  • Direct exposure to executive leadership and business strategy

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