Sr. Estimator

Title: Sr. Estimator - Heavy Civil (HCSS Heavy Bid)
Location: Chagrin Falls, OH
Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent - On-Site (Relocation candidates are eligible)
Salary: Up to $115,000 per year, depending on experience
Candidates with any current visa/work authorization status may be considered, subject to applicable employment requirements.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator with a strong background in Heavy Civil Construction and  HCSS HeavyBid to support estimating and preconstruction activities. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with construction takeoffs, bidding, subcontractor/vendor coordination, and developing accurate project estimates.
Required Qualifications

• Strong experience in Heavy Civil Construction estimating.
  

• HCSS HeavyBid experience is strongly preferred and is the primary requirement.
  

• Candidates without HCSS may be considered only if they have exceptionally strong Heavy Civil estimating experience.
  

• Experience with construction takeoffs, bidding, and cost estimating.
  

• Experience with earthwork, utilities, concrete, site development, or other Heavy Civil scopes.
  

• Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, scopes, and subcontractor pricing.
  

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  

• Ability to work on-site in Chagrin Falls, OH.
  

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates, bids, and cost proposals for Heavy Civil construction projects.
  

• Perform quantity takeoffs and review construction drawings, specifications, and project documents.
  

• Solicit and evaluate pricing from subcontractors and vendors.
  

• Develop scopes of work and bid packages.
  

• Review project requirements, identify scope gaps, and assess potential risks.
  

• Support subcontractor negotiations and procurement activities.
  

• Prepare and manage change-order estimates.
  

• Coordinate with project management, field teams, subcontractors, and clients.
  

• Maintain accurate estimating documentation and project cost information.
  

Compensation & Work Authorization

• Salary up to $115,000, based on qualifications and experience.
  

• This is an on-site position.
  

• Candidates with any current visa/work authorization status may be considered, subject to applicable employment requirements.
  

Ideal Background
The strongest candidates will have a combination of Heavy Civil estimating experience + HCSS Heavy Bid, particularly experience estimating projects involving earthwork, utilities, concrete, excavation, site development, and related civil construction scopes.

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