Heavy Civil Construction Estimator

Orion Placement
  • Brecksville, Ohio
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

    Why This Is a Great Opportunity

    • Be part of high-visibility sports and recreational construction projects that leave a lasting community impact
    • Join a growing, well-established contractor with a strong national reputation and steady backlog
    • Play a critical, respected role with real influence on project success and company growth
    • Work with modern estimating tools, strong leadership support, and collaborative project teams
    • Enjoy long-term career stability, professional development, and performance-based bonus potential

    Location

    On-site role based in Brecksville, OH or Orlando, FL, working closely with project and field teams in a collaborative, hands-on environment.

    Note

    This role requires 3+ years of civil/heavy civil estimating experience. Experience with HCSS HeavyBid and heavy civil or site construction estimating is strongly preferred and will significantly strengthen candidacy.

    About Us

    We are a nationally active construction firm specializing in complex, high-performance athletic and recreational facilities. Our work supports professional organizations, schools, municipalities, and communities across the country. We take pride in quality craftsmanship, innovative construction solutions, and building facilities that bring people together. Confidential Employer.

    Job Description

    • Prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for heavy civil and site construction projects
    • Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from plans, specifications, and related documents
    • Develop full-scope estimates covering labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and indirect costs
    • Utilize estimating software and historical cost data to refine pricing strategies
    • Solicit, review, and level subcontractor and vendor bids
    • Identify risks, cost drivers, value-engineering opportunities, and scope gaps
    • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field teams to validate assumptions
    • Present estimates clearly, including key assumptions and risk considerations
    • Support smooth handoff from estimating to operations

    Qualifications

    • 3+ years of civil/heavy civil estimating experience
    • Background in heavy civil, site work, or infrastructure-related construction preferred
    • Experience with HCSS HeavyBid is a strong plus
    • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
    • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
    • Comfortable working independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams

    Why You Will Love Working Here

    You will work on meaningful projects that enhance communities nationwide, alongside professionals who value teamwork, accountability, and craftsmanship. This is a place where estimators are trusted, supported, and given room to grow their careers long-term.

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    Benefits:

    • Dental insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insurance

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBrecksville, Ohio

    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Constructionunmatched
    • Construction Drawingsunmatched
    • Construction Estimatesunmatched
    • Construction Projectsunmatched
    • Cost Estimatesunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Device Driversunmatched
    • Historical Cost Principleunmatched
    • Infrastructure Constructionunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Product Pricingunmatched
    • Project Engineeringunmatched
    • Risk Analysisunmatched
    • Sportsunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched

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