Estimator - Heavy Civil Construction

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Fort Worth, TX, US Dallas, TX, US Irving, TX, US Westlake, TX, US

Requisition :177042

Job Level:Mid Level

Home District/Group:South Central District

Market:Transportation

Employment Type:Full Time

Experienced Heavy Civil Estimator with a proven track record of delivering timely, accurate cost proposals for large-scale infrastructure projects across the Central United States. Demonstrates deep understanding of bid-build, design-build, and Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) methodologies with hands-on estimating experience for heavy civil scopes including structural concrete, grading, utilities, drainage, water/wastewater, and transportation infrastructure. Skilled in conceptual estimating, quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, and working with multi-disciplinary teams to develop competitive and compliant proposals.

Aligns well with Kiewit’s Central District portfolio—specializing in self-perform operations, including mass grading, paving, structural bridge concrete, and complex heavy civil scopes. Experienced in producing estimates under aggressive timelines and navigating complex specifications, with a focus on constructability and risk mitigation.

Open to supporting infrastructure projects based out of Dallas / Westlake, TX, with availability to travel to job sites across the South Central U.S., as needed for preconstruction site investigations, walkdowns, and field verifications.

• Develop pricing strategies and cost summaries based on contract documents, conceptual plans, and site conditions.
• Analyze plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and addenda to fully understand project scope and potential risk items.
• Conduct jobsite investigations to identify access constraints, material haul distances, and unique conditions impacting cost.
• Collaborate with engineers and operations teams to align estimating approaches with means and methods of construction.
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes for completeness, scope alignment, and competitiveness.
• Maintain and update historical cost databases, productivity metrics, and unit pricing based on regional performance.
• Participate in peer reviews and bid strategy sessions, providing input on construction phasing, schedule impact, and resource requirements.
• Remain current with industry trends, material cost fluctuations, equipment capabilities, and construction innovations.
• Support constructability reviews and VE proposals in pursuit and preconstruction phases.
• Bluebeam, Trimble, HCSS Heavy Bid, On-Screen Takeoff, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, Power Point
• Familiar with scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) for cost-loaded schedule input and time-based estimating

• 2+ years of construction experience with at least 2+ years directly in civil/heavy civil estimating.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of specifications, bid documents, contract terms, and field-based construction logistics.
• Proven ability to interpret engineering drawings, develop constructability plans, and produce competitive estimates under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration skills in fast-paced environments.
• Committed to safety, quality, and operational excellence throughout the preconstruction process.

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Other Requirements:

• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including…