Project Estimator

Join Helix Traffic Solutions – Traffic Control for a Safer Tomorrow

About Helix Traffic Solutions

We’re not just placing cones—we’re rethinking the way traffic moves. Helix Traffic Solutions is a national leader in traffic control, work zone safety, and roadway support services. Through a network of specialized operating companies across the U.S., Helix delivers reliable, innovative solutions that protect lives and keep communities moving safely.

About Highway Specialties

Highway Specialties is a proud member of the Helix Traffic Solutions network, serving communities across Oregon and Washington with customized traffic control and work zone safety solutions tailored to the unique challenges of the Pacific Northwest.

With a strong focus on safety, compliance, and efficiency, Highway Specialties supports a wide range of infrastructure and construction projects by providing the equipment, signage, and expertise needed to maintain safe and effective work zones.

Our services and capabilities include:

• Sales and rental of traffic control devices, safety equipment, and PPE
• Trailer-mounted traffic control devices, channelizing equipment, and clear, compliant signage
• Personal protective equipment including safety vests, hard hats, and safety glasses
• Flexible short-term rental and long-term purchasing options to support projects of any size
• A state-of-the-art in-house sign manufacturing department producing high-quality, durable signage
• Work-zone approved roll-up signs, along with rubber and metal bases for temporary installations
• Custom regulatory, warning, and project-specific signage built to industry standards

By combining high-quality equipment with expert service and precision sign production, Highway Specialties helps ensure safe, visible, and well-managed work zones across the region.

Why Work with Helix & Highway Specialties?

We’re a people-first organization with a mission centered on public safety and service. When you join Highway Specialties, you become part of a skilled local team backed by the strength, stability, and growth opportunities of the Helix Traffic Solutions national network. You’ll find:

• A strong culture of safety, teamwork, and accountability
• Hands-on work that directly supports safe, compliant work zones
• Opportunities for training, advancement, and internal mobility
• The support of a national organization with a locally driven, team-focused environment

What to Expect

Our work is fast-paced, hands-on, and essential. Every role at Highway Specialties plays a vital part in protecting workers, drivers, and communities across Oregon and Washington. If you’re safety-minded, detail-oriented, and looking for a career with purpose, we’d be proud to have you on our team.

Job Summary

Highway Specialties is an established and growing leader in the Pacific Northwest's specialty rental industry, focusing on work zone traffic control equipment and materials. As our Estimator, you will lead the charge in pre-bid project pursuit by developing comprehensive and competitive proposals for public and private sector opportunities throughout the region. Reporting directly to the Sales Director, you will work closely with our Sales and Operations teams to drive market share growth through superior service and solutions.

Core Responsibilities

• Proactively identify, research, and qualify project bid opportunities in the greater Pacific Northwest region
• Develop detailed cost estimates based on thorough analysis of project scope, contract drawings and specifications
• Manage the Company's internal bid calendar to maximize opportunity coverage and ensure high-value projects are prioritized
• Support pipeline development by maintaining accurate, organized CRM records
• Monitor evolving industry trends and agency specification changes to support precise and competitive bid development
• Support branch sales operations teams by preparing customer quotes and accurate product information
• Build and maintain a project file database, including material takeoffs, calculations, and supporting documents
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with customers, public agencies, and vendors to drive business growth
• Collaborate with leadership and sales teams to identify target markets and inform pursuit strategy
• Occasional travel may be required, not expected to exceed 10%

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Working knowledge of WSDOT, ODOT, and MUTCD standards and specifications
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to convey technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Proficient in interpreting construction plans and specifications
• Strong attention to detail and mathematical aptitude
• Highly organized and self-motivated with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced bid environment
• Goal-driven with a track record of meeting deadlines and delivering results
• Strong computer skills, experience with Bluebeam, MS Office, NetSuite preferred
• Prior experience in estimating is a plus; however, we are prepared to train a motivated candidate with the right background and aptitude

Benefits offered

• Health, Dental, Vision, Accident & Disability Insurance
• Discretionary Time Off (DTO) Policy plus Paid Holidays
• 401 (k) with Employer Match
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Performance-based bonuses
• Remote and in-office work flexibility based on project and team need

Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.