Bridge/Structures Estimator

Position Summary

The Bridge/Structures Estimator & Project Manager is a dual-role position responsible for identifying, estimating, and managing bridge and structural projects from pursuit through completion for a highway heavy civil construction company. This role will lead project development, prepare competitive bids, and oversee execution in the field, working in close partnership with the Bridge/Structures Superintendent to ensure constructability, schedule adherence, quality, and profitability.

This position is hands-on, field-connected, and results-driven, requiring strong technical knowledge of bridge construction means and methods, cost controls, and project leadership.

Key Responsibilities Preconstruction / Business Development

• Identify and pursue bridge and structural project opportunities in public and private markets
• Review plans, specifications, and contract documents for constructability and risk
• Develop detailed quantity take-offs, production rates, and cost estimates
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing
• Develop bid schedules, work plans, and risk assessments
• Participate in bid strategy meetings and final bid reviews

Estimating

• Prepare detailed, accurate estimates for bridge and structural scopes including foundations, piling, concrete, steel erection, and specialty structures
• Develop labor, equipment, and material pricing using historical and current production data
• Build and maintain cost databases and unit pricing
• Identify value-engineering options and alternate construction approaches
• Clearly define project assumptions, inclusions, and exclusions in proposals

Project Management / Execution

• Lead project handoff from estimating to operations in partnership with the Bridge/Structures Superintendent
• Develop project schedules, phasing plans, and detailed work packages
• Manage budgets, cost controls, and job cost reporting
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, buyout, and contract administration
• Lead owner, engineer, and internal coordination meetings
• Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, and progress billing
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, safety standards, and quality plans

Field Coordination

• Work side-by-side with the Bridge/Structures Superintendent to plan daily and weekly work activities
• Provide real-time support to the field on means, methods, sequencing, and problem-solving
• Participate in critical lifts, major pours, girder settings, and other key operations as needed
• Help drive productivity, crew utilization, and schedule recovery efforts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience in bridge/heavy civil construction)
• 5–10 years of experience in bridge or heavy civil construction estimating and/or project management
• Strong working knowledge of DOT bridge standards, temporary works, and structural concrete/steel construction
• Proficiency in estimating software, scheduling software, and project management systems
• Ability to read and interpret complex structural plans and specifications

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Collaborative mindset with a strong field-first approach
• High level of integrity and accountability

Work Environment

• Mix of office and field-based work on active highway and bridge projects
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites as required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Pay may depend on skills and/or qualifications

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $150,000