Senior Estimator, Heavy Civil / NCDOT
joseph michaels internationalRaleigh (NC)
Senior Estimator, Heavy Civil / NCDOT
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joseph michaels internationalRaleigh (NC)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
Overview:
In this senior role, you lead heavy civil highway and bridge bids from takeoff to bid day for a large Raleigh-area contractor. You will shape bid strategy, pricing, and risk review, while coordinating with leadership and the project team to secure profitable awards. The position leverages deep NCDOT and highway project experience within a backlog-rich environment. You will mentor junior estimators and help sustain a strong, data-driven estimating culture. Compensation / Benefits Full benefits package
Responsibilities:
Lead estimates on heavy civil highway and bridge bids from takeoff through bid day Perform quantity takeoffs from plans and specifications Build crew, equipment and production-based cost estimates Solicit, level and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes Develop bid strategy, risk review and pricing with leadership Attend prebid meetings and site visits Track NCDOT lettings and build the bid schedule Mentor junior estimators and keep the estimating database current Hand awarded work to the project team with a clean budget Review bid results and carry the lessons into the next estimate
Key requirements:
7+ years of heavy civil estimating with lead estimator experience on DOT bids Highway, bridge, earthwork, paving and drainage estimating experience Strong takeoff and production-based pricing skills Contractor-side estimating experience (not design cost estimating) NCDOT bid experience a plus Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management a plus Based in the Triangle or willing to relocate to Raleigh leadership mentoring of junior staff stakeholder communication takeoff production-based pricing cost estimation
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