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Senior Estimator – Heavy Civil​/Infrastructure

Job in Virginia Beach, Virginia, 23450, USA
Listing for: The Planet Group
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-10
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Estimator
  • Construction
    Civil Engineering, Estimator
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Senior Estimator – Heavy Civil / Infrastructure

We are hiring an experienced Senior Estimator with a strong background in heavy civil construction, site development, water & wastewater infrastructure, transportation projects, and process mechanical systems
. This role will lead preconstruction and estimating efforts for complex infrastructure projects and manage full lifecycle cost development.

Core Responsibilities
  • Lead estimating strategy, cost modeling, and preconstruction services
  • Prepare, review, and approve detailed project cost estimates
  • Manage quantity take-offs and scope reviews for heavy civil and infrastructure projects
  • Lead subcontractor solicitation, bid leveling, and prequalification reviews
  • Review and approve bonds, insurance quotes, specialty equipment pricing, and subcontractor bid packages
  • Conduct risk analysis, value engineering, and constructability reviews
  • Develop fee, contingency, escalation, general conditions, and indirect cost recommendations
  • Present estimates to executive leadership and external clients
  • Lead joint venture estimate reviews and contract partnering strategy
  • Maintain cost database management and estimating process compliance
  • Train and mentor junior estimators and preconstruction staff
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
  • 7+ years of direct project estimating experience in heavy civil or infrastructure construction
  • Strong experience with cost analysis, quantity take-offs, subcontractor bidding, and risk review
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Con Est, and K-base estimating software
  • OSHA 10-Hour Certification
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills
Preferred Experience
  • Heavy civil construction
  • Site work and underground utilities
  • Water and wastewater treatment facilities
  • Transportation infrastructure (roads, bridges, public works)
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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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