What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Estimator-Heavy Civil Construction position at Kimmel & Associates?
About the Company
The company is a highly respected heavy civil contractor with over 100 years of success delivering complex infrastructure projects across the central and western United States. The company has built a strong reputation for excellence in DOT transportation work, consistently executing large-scale, technically challenging highway and infrastructure projects.
With deep expertise in mass earthwork, underground utilities, structures, and site development, they serve both public agencies and private clients. The company is known for its long-standing relationships with state and federal partners, as well as its commitment to investing in its people through career development and growth opportunities.
This position supports a strategic expansion initiative focused on DOT highway and concrete paving (white paving) projects across Wyoming, Nebraska, and surrounding regions.
About the Position
The Senior Estimator will play a key role in the company’s continued growth, leading the preparation of competitive and accurate cost estimates for complex heavy civil projects, with a strong emphasis on underground wet utilities.
This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong technical expertise in estimating large-diameter pipeline and infrastructure work, as well as the ability to collaborate across departments to support successful project pursuits.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed and competitive cost estimates for heavy civil construction projects
- Review project drawings, specifications, and bid documents to define scope of work
- Perform comprehensive quantity takeoffs for underground utility systems (water, sewer, storm)
- Develop accurate cost models for labor, equipment, and materials
- Maintain and update estimating cost databases to reflect current market conditions
- Analyze design options and recommend cost-effective and constructible solutions
- Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids
- Collaborate with operations, project management, and leadership teams during bid development
- Support strategic bidding efforts tied to regional growth initiatives
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 7 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction
- Strong expertise in underground wet utilities (water, sewer, storm drain systems, pump stations)
- Experience estimating projects ranging from $2M to $100M
- Proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid (required)
- Experience estimating large-diameter pipeline construction
- Familiarity with:
- Trimble Business Center
- Bluebeam
- Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook
- Primavera P6
- BuildingConnected
- Viewpoint
Benefits
- Competitive base salary ($130,000–$175,000)
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) with 6% company match
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays and generous PTO
- Long-term career growth with structured development and mentorship
- Opportunity to join a stable, century-strong industry leader
Salary : $130,000 - $175,000