Job Title: Estimator
Location: Hartford County, CT
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site
Industry: Heavy Civil / Infrastructure Construction
About the Opportunity
A well-established and rapidly growing civil construction firm in Connecticut is seeking a skilled Estimator to support its expanding portfolio of public infrastructure projects. This is a unique opportunity to join a tight-knit, hands-on team where collaboration, accountability, and quality work are valued above all else. This role is based in Hartford County, CT, with occasional job site visits across the region.
Position Overview
The Estimator will play a critical role in developing detailed cost estimates for large-scale DOT-related projects, including bridge rehabilitation, highway infrastructure, and structural demolition. You'll work closely with senior leadership and project teams to ensure competitive, accurate, and risk-aware bid submissions.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience estimating DOT civil construction projects (bridges, structural concrete, and steel work)
- Proficiency with HCSS Heavy Bid or similar estimating software
- Strong understanding of take-offs, cost analysis, and risk modeling
- U.S. citizenship
- Valid drivers license
Responsibilities
- Review project plans and specifications to perform accurate quantity take-offs
- Solicit and analyze subcontractor and vendor pricing
- Prepare detailed cost estimates and assist in bid pricing strategy
- Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to ensure estimate alignment with construction means and methods
- Attend occasional pre-bid site visits or walkthroughs
- Manage estimates for multimillion-dollar projects, typically focusing on one major project at a time
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary Range: $120,000–$150,000+ (DOE)
- Performance-based annual raises
- PTO + Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision: Employer-paid coverage
- 401(k): Company match
- Company Vehicle: Provided
Please Note: This position is open to candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. We are not able to consider C2C arrangements or third-party submissions.