Our client is seeking a Heavy/Highway Estimator with an emphasis on bridge construction. This role is open to candidates ranging from 2+ years of estimating experience through 20+ years, provided they have heavy civil estimating fundamentals and public-bid experience. This is an onsite position in Blue Bell, PA (no remote/work-from-home option). Compensation is commensurate with experience and aligned with background and salary expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed estimates and competitive bids for heavy/highway projects with a focus on bridge construction.
- Develop takeoffs and pricing for concrete structures such as retaining walls, culverts, tunnels, and sound walls.
- Support public bid submissions for agencies/authorities including PennDOT, PA Turnpike, NJDOT, NJ Turnpike, DRPA, and DelDOT.
- Coordinate with internal partners to confirm scope, assumptions, and pricing prior to submission.
- Maintain organized bid files, documentation, and supporting estimating back-up.
- Participate in job visits for awarded projects if desired; frequency varies based on project size and scope.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of estimating experience (open to senior candidates with 20+ years as well).
- Heavy/highway estimating experience with an emphasis on bridge construction.
- Experience estimating and bidding for public entities and working within public procurement requirements.
- Preferred experience with HCSS HeavyBid; other estimating software is acceptable.
- Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Additional Notes
- Work location is onsite in Greater Philadelphia: no remote option.
- Software experience that is a plus: Vista/Viewpoint, Bluebeam, AGTEK, CAD, Primavera, ASTA.
- Salary is commensurate with experience; the search is intentionally open across a broad range of candidate seniority and salary requests.
