Lead Estimator (Heavy Civil Construction)

LEAD ESTIMATOR

Heavy Civil Construction | New York City

Lead the pursuit of some of New York's most significant infrastructure projects.

We are exclusively representing a well-established heavy civil contractor looking to appoint an experienced Lead Estimator to strengthen its New York team.

With over 60 years of industry experience, a substantial project portfolio and a reputation for delivering complex infrastructure, this is an opportunity to join a business competing at the highest level of the US construction market.

The Opportunity

• Major infrastructure projects ranging from $25M to $1B+.
• Diverse portfolio across bridges, highways, tunnels, rail, transit and marine construction.
• Ownership of complex estimates and major bid submissions.
• Direct involvement in bid strategy, pricing, risk assessment and value engineering.
• Close collaboration with senior operational and executive leadership.
• Opportunity to mentor estimators and influence the wider preconstruction function.

What We're Looking For

• 8+ years of heavy civil estimating experience.
• Proven experience estimating projects valued at $25M+.
• Strong background in bridges, highways, structures, rail or major infrastructure.
• Experience with hard bid, Design-Build and negotiated procurement.
• Proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid, Bluebeam and Excel.
• Ability to lead estimates independently and develop competitive bid strategies.

The Package

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical benefits.
• 401(k) with company matching up to 4%, immediately vested.
• Paid vacation, holidays and tuition reimbursement.
• Long-term career progression within an established heavy civil contractor.

The Opportunity: This isn't simply another estimating position. It's an opportunity to take ownership of major pursuits, influence commercial decisions and help secure projects that will shape New York's infrastructure for years to come.

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