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TTE Staffing · 4 months ago

SR Estimator- Heavy Civil/Heavy Highway

Draper, Utah, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

TTE Staffing is representing a proven leader in heavy civil construction with over five decades of experience. They are seeking a Senior Estimator who will lead the estimating process for large-scale infrastructure projects, mentor junior team members, and ensure accurate, competitive bids.

Information Technology & Services

Responsibilities

Lead the Estimating Process: Analyze proposal specifications, drawings, and related documents, and participate in pre-bid meetings to define the full scope of work and develop a comprehensive estimating plan

Leverage Data-Driven Insights: Review and interpret historical cost reports, production data, and records to establish accurate unit costs and man-hour estimates

Develop Comprehensive Estimates: Prepare complete, detailed estimates for assigned projects, incorporating takeoffs, subcontracting strategies, and full compliance with proposal requirements

Ensure Accuracy & Documentation: Maintain organized electronic and paper files as complete backup for all estimate figures and assumptions

Stay at the Forefront of the Industry: Maintain professional and technical expertise through continued education, industry publications, networking, and active participation in professional associations

Engage with Senior Leadership: Confidently present estimates and strategies in senior-level meetings, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and distribution of supporting materials

Mentor the Next Generation: Guide and develop junior estimators, sharing expertise and best practices to strengthen the overall estimating team

Qualification

Heavy civil estimatingBid2Win expertiseTakeoff softwareScheduling softwareCivil Engineering degreeStrategic estimating skillsInfluential communicatorMentor

Required

10+ years of heavy civil/highway estimating experience preferably with underground utility work and a history of winning $50-$100 million projects through bottom-up estimating strategies

Bid2Win expertise, with a track record of creating accurate, well-structured estimates from the first takeoff to the final bid submission

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Takeoff software such as AgTEK, Bluebeam, or Planswift

Scheduling software such as Primavera

Known for building estimates from scratch analyzing labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor inputs in detail while still keeping the overall bid competitive and profitable

Familiarity with CMAR, CMGC, and Design-Build approaches to adapt estimates to various delivery models

Confident, clear, and persuasive able to present to senior leadership, negotiate with subcontractors, and collaborate effectively with field teams

Dedicated to developing the next generation of estimators, sharing proven techniques, and fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and winning bids

Preferred

Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred; extensive technical training and proven field experience considered in lieu of degree

HCSS HeavyBid or Hard Dollar EOS experience a plus