Cornerstone Recruiting
We are currently searchin for a Sr. Estimator with extensive experience in the heavy civil industry in the DMV area. This is a fully remote position with an International firm who is launching US Operations in the DMV area. Eciting opportunity to build a team around yourself, backed by a multi billion dollar heavy civil contractor with a wealth of experience building in prefabricated concrete, bridges, overpasses, tunnels, etc.
Responsibilities Estimation Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates for hard bid, design-build, and progressive design-build projects Analyze drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare comprehensive estimates Identify and engage with local subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to ensure accurate pricing and strong partnerships Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and business development teams to support winning proposals Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and value engineering sessions Complete and compile quantity surveys and take-offs as necessary for cost estimating Develop comparatives to help analyze principal construction approaches or techniques that consider and weigh differences in cost, risk and/or schedule Create preliminary work schedules for bidding purposes Source materials, equipment, and subcontractors to ensure best quality services and lowest pricing Tender & Bids Submission
Prepare bid submission packages in compliance with client's instructions Review tender documents for discrepancies, errors, and omissions When applicable, attend bid openings and record results Other task as required to ensure success in delivering bids Other
Preparing estimates for contemplated change orders or claims for on-going projects
Qualifications required
Education
Diploma in Civil Engineering Technician / Technologist, or Degree in Civil Engineering Experience and Knowledge
Minimum 10 years of experience as an estimator for heavy civil construction projects Proven track record with DOT, municipal, and infrastructure projects in the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia (DMV) area Strong network of local subcontractors, suppliers, and industry contacts Experience with design-build and progressive design-build delivery methods Job Specific Competencies
High level of proficiency at reading civil plans and specifications Ability to work under pressure on time-critical tasks, with good time management skills. Excellent analytical skills with heavy emphasis on detail Knowledge of design-build, lumpsum and low bid project delivery methods Knowledge of markets for typical civil construction materials, equipment and subcontractors Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment as required Use initiative and communication to maintain a collaborative problem-solving approach Computer Skills
Proficient at MS Excel and other MS Office applications Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., HCSS, HeavyBid, or similar) Assets
Direct field experience in construction of civil works, concrete structures, bridges, tunnel, roads and railways Awareness of critical path scheduling methods and software (MS project or Primavera) Bilingual (English and French) If you are interested in immediate consideration for this role, please send resume to Ben Stewart at Ben@csrecruiting.com
Responsibilities Estimation Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates for hard bid, design-build, and progressive design-build projects Analyze drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare comprehensive estimates Identify and engage with local subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to ensure accurate pricing and strong partnerships Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and business development teams to support winning proposals Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and value engineering sessions Complete and compile quantity surveys and take-offs as necessary for cost estimating Develop comparatives to help analyze principal construction approaches or techniques that consider and weigh differences in cost, risk and/or schedule Create preliminary work schedules for bidding purposes Source materials, equipment, and subcontractors to ensure best quality services and lowest pricing Tender & Bids Submission
Prepare bid submission packages in compliance with client's instructions Review tender documents for discrepancies, errors, and omissions When applicable, attend bid openings and record results Other task as required to ensure success in delivering bids Other
Preparing estimates for contemplated change orders or claims for on-going projects
Qualifications required
Education
Diploma in Civil Engineering Technician / Technologist, or Degree in Civil Engineering Experience and Knowledge
Minimum 10 years of experience as an estimator for heavy civil construction projects Proven track record with DOT, municipal, and infrastructure projects in the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia (DMV) area Strong network of local subcontractors, suppliers, and industry contacts Experience with design-build and progressive design-build delivery methods Job Specific Competencies
High level of proficiency at reading civil plans and specifications Ability to work under pressure on time-critical tasks, with good time management skills. Excellent analytical skills with heavy emphasis on detail Knowledge of design-build, lumpsum and low bid project delivery methods Knowledge of markets for typical civil construction materials, equipment and subcontractors Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment as required Use initiative and communication to maintain a collaborative problem-solving approach Computer Skills
Proficient at MS Excel and other MS Office applications Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., HCSS, HeavyBid, or similar) Assets
Direct field experience in construction of civil works, concrete structures, bridges, tunnel, roads and railways Awareness of critical path scheduling methods and software (MS project or Primavera) Bilingual (English and French) If you are interested in immediate consideration for this role, please send resume to Ben Stewart at Ben@csrecruiting.com