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Heavy Civil Estimator – NYC

metric geoJersey City, NJ

6 days ago

Occupations

Cost EstimatorsConstruction ManagersCivil Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Industries

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering ConstructionSite Preparation ContractorsHighway, Street, and Bridge Construction
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About the role

See the job before it's built. Price it. Win it. Build it.A growing heavy civil contractor is adding an experienced Estimator to its preconstruction team. This is a key role for someone who knows how to turn drawings, specifications, quantities, and subcontractor pricing into a competitive, accurate bid. You'll have the opportunity to work on major NYC civil and infrastructure pursuits and play a meaningful role in deciding which projects the company wins and builds.
What You'll Do:
  • Prepare estimates for heavy civil and infrastructure projects
  • Review drawings, specifications, bid documents, and scopes
  • Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and cost analysis
  • Develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing
  • Solicit and level subcontractor and supplier proposals
  • Prepare bid summaries and final estimates
  • Identify scope gaps, risks, opportunities, and value-engineering options
  • Work closely with Operations and Project Management during pursuit and turnover
What We're Looking For:
  • 3+ years of heavy civil estimating experience
  • Strong background in utilities, underground, excavation, transportation, water/sewer, or infrastructure
  • Hands-on HCSS experience required — HeavyBid experience strongly preferred
  • Strong understanding of civil means & methods, production rates, labor, equipment, and materialsNYC estimating / public works experience strongly preferred
  • Ability to read and interpret complex civil plans and specifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
If you can look at a set of plans and know where the money is — and where the risk is — this could be a very good opportunity.

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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Senior

Location

Jersey City, NJ

Occupation

Cost Estimators

Industry

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

Posted

6 days ago

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