Senior Estimator - Heavy Civil Site Construction We're looking for a seasoned Senior Estimator with deep expertise in heavy civil site construction to join our high-performing team. This is a key leadership role focused on preparing and winning competitive bids for large-scale site development projects - including earthwork, grading, excavation, utilities, road construction, and stormwater management. If you thrive on solving complex challenges, building strategic bids, and influencing high-value projects from the ground up, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do Estimating & Bid Strategy Prepare accurate, detailed cost estimates for site construction projects, including mass excavation, grading, drainage systems, underground utilities, paving, and retaining structures. Conduct quantity take-offs from engineering drawings, specifications, and geotechnical data. Leverage estimating tools such as Agtek, Bluebeam, and Excel to develop bids efficiently and effectively. Analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes for competitiveness and scope alignment. Identify cost-saving strategies and value-engineering options without compromising scope or quality. Vendor & Subcontractor Engagement Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate quotes from subcontractors and material vendors. Build and maintain strong relationships across key trades: earthwork, utility installation, concrete, and paving. Ensure all scopes are comprehensive, coordinated, and aligned with overall project needs. Cost Analysis & Risk Evaluation Utilize historical data, productivity benchmarks, and market trends to improve estimate accuracy. Assess constructability, schedule risk, and site conditions to develop practical, cost-effective solutions. Recommend alternative methods, materials, or phasing to reduce cost and increase bid competitiveness. Team Collaboration & Executive Reporting Work closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure estimates align with project goals and budgets. Attend pre-bid meetings, site walks, and post-bid debriefs. Present estimate packages and strategy recommendations to executive leadership. Support early-stage business development with conceptual and budgetary estimates for future work. What You Bring Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred but not required). 7+ years of experience in heavy civil construction estimating, including site development, roadwork, underground utilities, and stormwater systems. Proven track record estimating DOT, municipal, commercial, and industrial sitework projects. Technical Skills Proficiency with Agtek, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel , and other relevant estimating tools. Strong working knowledge of civil drawings, site plans, and geotechnical documentation. Experience with a variety of project delivery methods (lump sum, unit price, design-build, CM/GC). Soft Skills Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Clear, professional communication with both internal and external stakeholders. Comfortable managing multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.