Senior Estimator -HHWY/Grading

Overview

Estimate and bid civil highway projects, including concrete paving, grading, drainage, bridges.

Key Responsibilities

• project handoff
• quantity takeoff
• quote solicitation
• cost tracking
• estimate preparation
• scope analysis

Tasks

-Work closely with operations to hand off awarded projects for execution -Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for civil scopes including concrete paving, grading, utilities, and structures -Solicit subcontractor and vendor quotes; evaluate pricing and scope -Track historical cost data and participate in value engineering and constructability reviews -Prepare competitive, accurate estimates and bids for DOT and municipal infrastructure projects -Analyze drawings, specifications, and contract documents to determine project scope -Attend pre-bid meetings, site walks, and maintain strong industry relationships

Requirements

• hcss
• bs civil
• quantity takeoff
• dot specs
• concrete paving
• 5+ years

What You Bring

Applicants without direct heavy civil/heavy highway estimating experience will not be considered. Concrete paving, earthwork, drainage, and bridge experience is a MUST. Senior Heavy Civil Estimator – HHWAY/Grading We are actively seeking a seasoned Estimator with direct experience in heavy civil and heavy highway construction to join our growing team. This is not a role for commercial, vertical, or general building estimators — you must have a proven background estimating large-scale civil infrastructure projects such as roadways and grading. -BS in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred (but not required if experience is strong) -Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven -Proficient with HCSS, Agtek, or similar civil estimating software -Advanced skills in quantity takeoff, scope analysis, and bid preparation -Strong knowledge of DOT specs, public works bid processes, and unit pricing -Must have recent, hands-on estimating experience with concrete paving, grading/earthwork, drainage systems, and bridges -5+ years of experience as an estimator in heavy civil/heavy highway construction

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Benefits

This is your opportunity to work with a self-performing, employee-owned contractor that tackles complex public works and DOT projects across the region. We control the outcome — and reward our people accordingly. -Bonus potential based on performance -Paid time off and holidays -Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance -Opportunity to join a high-performing, growth-minded team shaping Colorado’s infrastructure -Competitive base salary: $160K – $180K+ DOE

About Peterson Consulting Group

-Specializes in executive recruitment for the construction industry, founded by a civil engineer with deep industry knowledge. -Works nationwide with leading contractors to provide tailored recruitment solutions. -Handles a wide range of construction projects, including mass excavation, underwater utilities, and marine construction. -Blends technical insight with talent strategy to deliver effective recruitment outcomes.

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