Heavy Civil Estimator

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Are you an experienced Heavy Civil Estimator who understands what it takes to turn construction plans into accurate, profitable bids? We're looking for someone who knows the numbers, understands field operations, and can confidently manage estimates from start to finish.

This opportunity is with an established heavy civil contractor serving the Indianapolis area. You'll work on excavation, underground utilities, earthwork, grading, and commercial site development projects. If you enjoy the challenge of competitive bidding and want your expertise to have a direct impact on the company's success, this could be a great fit.

Heavy Civil Estimator Benefits and Compensation:

• $115,00 to $130,000+ base salary, depending on experience
  • Would consider a higher base for Cinderella! If the shoe fits and you know it, let us know!
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Performance bonuses
• Full-time, direct-hire position
• Established company with a steady focus on heavy civil construction
• Work directly with construction leadership and operations teams

Heavy Civil Estimator Requirements & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of construction estimating experience preferred, with a strong background in heavy civil or commercial site development
• Experience estimating excavation, earthwork, grading, underground utilities, or related sitework projects
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents
• Experience using estimating software and digital quantity takeoff tools
• Strong understanding of labor, equipment, material costs, and construction production rates
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills

Must Haves:

• Independently prepare detailed estimates and competitive proposals from initial takeoffs through final bid submission
• Calculate project costs, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and anticipated production requirements
• Evaluate bid opportunities, identify potential project risks, and develop accurate pricing strategies
• Coordinate vendor and subcontractor quotes to ensure competitive and complete estimates
• Understand how field conditions, construction methods, and project schedules impact overall costs
• Must not be restricted by an enforceable non-compete agreement that would prevent employment with or performance of duties for the hiring company

Heavy Civil Estimator Preferred Background & Skills:

• Experience estimating underground utilities, including storm drainage, sanitary sewer, and water infrastructure
• Commercial excavation, site preparation, and large-scale earthmoving projects
• Familiarity with Insight estimating software or similar construction estimating platforms
• Understanding of heavy equipment utilization, crew productivity, and jobsite logistics
• Experience identifying value-engineering opportunities and improving bid competitiveness
• Ability to collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and construction leadership

Additional Information:

The hiring company is located in the Indianapolis, IN 46239 area. This is an on-site position.

This position does not include relocation assistance. Candidates must live within commuting distance of the client's Indianapolis, IN 46239 location.

This is a direct-hire position. Third-party staffing, subcontracting, and Corp-to-Corp (C2C) arrangements will not be considered.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The employer will not provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

JOB ID: 183496

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Cassandra Williams

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