Lead Estimator- Heavy Civil Construction

Job Title:

Lead Estimator – Heavy Civil Construction

Location: Tulsa, OK (Must reside within a 40-mile radius of Tulsa)
Company: Turner Staffing Group
Work Arrangement: Hybrid / Remote (80–85% remote; 15–20% job site travel)

Turner Staffing Group is seeking an experienced Lead Estimator to support and lead estimating efforts for heavy civil construction projects throughout the private, public, and municipal sectors. This role focuses on wet utilities, mass excavation, land clearing, and site development and plays a critical role in securing profitable work by producing accurate, competitive bids.

The Lead Estimator will work remotely the majority of the time, with periodic travel to job sites for pre-bid walks, site evaluations, and coordination with project teams. Candidates must currently live within a 40-mile radius of Tulsa, Oklahoma
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• Lead and manage the estimating process for heavy civil construction projects from initial review through final bid submission

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for wet utilities, mass excavation, land clearing, grading, and full site development scopes

• Review plans, specifications, and geotechnical reports to determine accurate quantities, labor, equipment, and material costs

• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier pricing

• Conduct site visits and pre-bid walkthroughs to assess site conditions, logistics, and risk

• Develop bid strategies and pricing approaches to remain competitive while protecting margins

• Coordinate with operations, project management, and leadership to align estimates with execution plans

• Identify potential risks and opportunities and incorporate them into estimates and proposals

• Maintain estimating databases, historical cost data, and bid tracking records

• Support post-bid reviews, handoffs to operations, and project buyout as needed

• Minimum 7–10 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction

• Proven experience estimating wet utilities, mass excavation, land clearing, and site development projects

• Strong understanding of private, public, and municipal bidding processes

• Proficiency with construction estimating software and takeoff tools (e.g., HCSS, Bluebeam, Agtek, Trimble, or similar)

• Ability to read and interpret civil plans, specifications, and contracts

• Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with teams

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to job sites as required (15–20%)

• Must currently reside within a 40-mile radius of Tulsa, OK

• Position is 80–85% remote
  , with 15–20% travel to job sites for site visits and meetings

• Experience leading or mentoring junior estimators

• Familiarity with DOT, municipal, or public works projects

• Civil construction field experience or operations background

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field

• Competitive compensation based on experience

• Hybrid/remote work flexibility

• Opportunity to work on diverse and complex heavy civil projects

• Supportive, growth-oriented company culture