Senior Estimator - Heavy Civil

Metric Geo
Charlotte, NC

Senior Estimator – Heavy Civil Construction


Metric Geo are working with a well-established, employee-owned heavy civil contractor seeking a Senior Estimator to lead complex bid efforts across earthwork, transportation and infrastructure projects. This role owns the estimate from first review through handoff and plays a key role in winning future projects.


What You’ll Do

  • Lead the full estimating process on large heavy civil bids
  • Review plans, specs, reports, and site conditions
  • Develop detailed cost estimates for earthwork, utilities, materials, labor, equipment, and trucking
  • Analyze subcontractor and supplier pricing and select best-value options
  • Identify risks (soil, groundwater, logistics, schedule) and build mitigation strategies
  • Collaborate closely with operations and project teams to align means and methods
  • Support bid strategy, value engineering, and post-award handoff


What We’re Looking For

  • 7+ years estimating heavy civil projects
  • Strong experience with mass earthwork, utilities and earthwork
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience
  • Proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid, Bluebeam, and MS Office
  • AGTEK and P6 experience preferred
  • Strong commercial judgment, communication, and leadership skills

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