Senior Estimator

About Curran Contracting

Established in 1936, Curran has grown into a premier contractor, known for its expertise in site development, excavation, mass grading, paving, and asphalt sales. With a strong presence across multiple industries—serving commercial, industrial, and government clients—Curran operates from five key locations:
Crystal Lake, Island Lake, DeKalb, and Oswego, Illinois, as well as Merrillville, Indiana.

For over 85 years, Curran has cultivated a reputation for excellence by consistently delivering high‑quality results on every project. This success is driven by an unwavering commitment to our core values: family, continuous improvement, integrity, partnership, and respect. These values form the backbone of our operations and have enabled us to maintain lasting relationships with clients, stakeholders, and communities alike.

We are looking to add a heavy highway/sitework estimator to our team. This position will require a highly motivated individual with excellent communication and organizational skills. The individual must be able to effectively communicate with the leadership team, sub‑contractors, vendors, suppliers, engineering firms, etc., and work flexible hours.

• Perform takeoffs, solicit subs, build estimates, and assist in handoff of award.
• Review and complete understanding of contract specifications and drawings.
• Conduct site visits and perform field measurements.

• HCSS, Agtek, and Viewpoint knowledge preferred.
• Earthwork take‑off software and bidding software knowledge required.
• Ability to work well in a close team setting.
• Flexible schedule availability.
• Must be capable of bidding work as a GC as well as a subcontractor.

• 5+ years of excavation estimating experience necessary.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience estimating in Southern Chicago and Northern Indiana markets.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits.
• Profit Sharing.
• 401(k) Plan with up to 5% employer match.
• Leadership Development Coaching, Ongoing Training & Company Events.
• 13+ Days PTO and 10 Paid Holidays.

This role is targeting a range of $100‑165k for a seasoned professional and is eligible for the company's incentive bonus program.

Guided by our values of Family, Respect, Partnership, Integrity, and Improvement, this job description provides a general overview of responsibilities. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Curran Contracting reserves the right to adjust duties, titles, and roles as necessary to support business needs.

Curran Contracting Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, citizen status, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local employment laws or regulations in every location in which the company has facilities.