Heavy Civil Cost Estimator - West

Heavy Civil Cost Estimator - West (Jacobs)

We’re seeking a Heavy Civil Cost Estimator with estimating experience ranging in size from $5M-$10B to support a variety of projects nationwide. 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.

$85,000.00/yr - $/yr

• Develop capital cost estimates for transportation/transit projects.
• Review and validate change orders.
• Maintain organized and detailed files, project records, and logs.
• Attend project meetings as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Progressive and successful cost estimating experience in transportation projects.
• Proficient use of MS Office products, HCSS (Heavy Bid) estimating software, and Blue Beam.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• At least 5-9 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 CEP, CCP, PMP, or CCM are a plus.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and the things you care about: medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, optional deferred compensation plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may enroll in an Executive Deferral Plan. We offer unlimited U.S. personalized paid time off (PPTO) for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave.

Certain roles may also be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

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 09, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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