Lead Estimator – Heavy Civil Construction

Silver Star Construction
  • Moore, Oklahoma
  • $90,000–$110,000
  • Quick Apply
13 days ago

Job Description

Lead Estimator – Heavy Civil Construction
Location: Moore, Oklahoma

Silver Star Construction is seeking a highly motivated Lead Estimator to join our employee-owned team. This role will focus on preparing estimates for roadway, earthwork, utility, and civil infrastructure projects while supporting strategic growth throughout Oklahoma.

Responsibilities:
  • Analyze project plans and specifications to determine project requirements.
  • Calculate quantities and prepare detailed cost estimates.
  • Gather and compare pricing from vendors and subcontractors.
  • Identify potential project risks and constructability concerns.
  • Participate in bid reviews and project strategy meetings.
  • Coordinate with engineers, owners, and consultants throughout the bidding process.
  • Evaluate opportunities for alternative methods and cost efficiencies.
  • Assist with scheduling and proposal development.
  • Monitor compliance with DBE participation requirements.
  • Help establish estimating standards and best practices.
  • Provide leadership and technical guidance to estimating team members.

Qualifications:
  • Experience preparing estimates for transportation and heavy civil projects.
  • DOT estimating experience required; ODOT familiarity preferred.
  • Skilled in estimating and project management software platforms.
  • Strong proficiency in HeavyBid, Bluebeam, AGTEK, Primavera P6, AutoCAD, Excel, and Microsoft Project.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline preferred.
  • Equivalent industry experience accepted.
  • Five-plus years of estimating experience in civil construction.
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
  • Ability to work effectively under tight bid deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation & Perks:
  • Salary commensurate with experience.
  • Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance.
  • Short-Term Disability Benefits.
  • 401(k) Plan.
  • ESOP Ownership Opportunity.
  • PTO Program.
  • Six Company-Paid Holidays.

EOE – Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Apply online at silverstarconst.com, visit 220 Industrial Blvd., Moore, OK 73160, or call (405) 317-7680.

Numbers & Facts

LocationMoore, Oklahoma
Salary$90,000–$110,000

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • AutoCADunmatched
  • Best Practicesunmatched
  • Biddingunmatched
  • Civil Engineeringunmatched
  • Civil Infrastructureunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Construction Managementunmatched
  • Cost Estimatesunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Earthmoving/Earthworksunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Life Insuranceunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Microsoft Projectunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Pricingunmatched
  • Primaveraunmatched
  • Project Estimatesunmatched
  • Project Evaluationunmatched
  • Project Management Softwareunmatched
  • Project Planningunmatched
  • Proposal Developmentunmatched
  • Proposal Scheduleunmatched
  • Risk Analysisunmatched
  • Sales Qualificationunmatched
  • Technical Leadershipunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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