Jacobs
Heavy Civil Senior Cost Estimator - West
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Jacobs
Base pay range: $110,600.00/yr - $184,900.00/yr
At Jacobs, we are challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems across cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing. We turn abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your Impact We’re seeking a Heavy Civil Senior Cost Estimator with estimating experience ranging in size from $5M to $10B to support our projects and clients across the country. The types of projects include heavy civil, highway, bridge, transit, rail, airports, and urban development. This role will review design documents, proposals, specifications, drawings, attend design development meetings and assess the risk and cost impacts required to develop the estimates. You will work with a knowledgeable and supportive team as you prepare estimates by reviewing and comprehending scope documents, developing project work breakdown structures, calculating complete scope of work take‑offs, assisting contracts staff with statements of work for subcontractors and vendors, applying construction means and methods, calculating indirect field and owner’s costs, and meeting necessary deadlines.
Responsibilities
Develop capital cost estimates for transportation/transit projects
Review contractor proposals for various procurement types
Review and validate change orders
Interface with external clients in the presentation of capital costs.
Maintain organized and detailed files, project records and logs.
Attend project meetings as required.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Progressive and successful cost estimating experience in transportation projects
Proficient use of MS Office products, HCSS (HeavyBid) estimating software and BlueBeam
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or a related field
At least 10-15 years of estimating and construction experience related to heavy civil construction
Alternative delivery procurement experience
Understanding of the relationship between cost, risk and schedule
Certifications such as a CEP, CCP, PMP, or CCM are a plus
Benefits Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
Employment Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.
Job posted on December 11, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
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Jacobs
Base pay range: $110,600.00/yr - $184,900.00/yr
At Jacobs, we are challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems across cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing. We turn abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your Impact We’re seeking a Heavy Civil Senior Cost Estimator with estimating experience ranging in size from $5M to $10B to support our projects and clients across the country. The types of projects include heavy civil, highway, bridge, transit, rail, airports, and urban development. This role will review design documents, proposals, specifications, drawings, attend design development meetings and assess the risk and cost impacts required to develop the estimates. You will work with a knowledgeable and supportive team as you prepare estimates by reviewing and comprehending scope documents, developing project work breakdown structures, calculating complete scope of work take‑offs, assisting contracts staff with statements of work for subcontractors and vendors, applying construction means and methods, calculating indirect field and owner’s costs, and meeting necessary deadlines.
Responsibilities
Develop capital cost estimates for transportation/transit projects
Review contractor proposals for various procurement types
Review and validate change orders
Interface with external clients in the presentation of capital costs.
Maintain organized and detailed files, project records and logs.
Attend project meetings as required.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Progressive and successful cost estimating experience in transportation projects
Proficient use of MS Office products, HCSS (HeavyBid) estimating software and BlueBeam
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or a related field
At least 10-15 years of estimating and construction experience related to heavy civil construction
Alternative delivery procurement experience
Understanding of the relationship between cost, risk and schedule
Certifications such as a CEP, CCP, PMP, or CCM are a plus
Benefits Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
Employment Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.
Job posted on December 11, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
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