Senior Estimator – Heavy Civil Projects

Trueline’s client
, a well-established, family-owned heavy civil contractor based in the Hudson Valley and specializing in DOT, DEP, OGS and municipal infrastructure, is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their Poughkeepsie, NY office (with local travel across Dutchess, Rockland, Westchester, Orange and Ulster Counties). In this estimating + delivery role you’ll lead bid preparation and then own project execution from start-up through close-out—an excellent opportunity to shape large public-works jobs in a collaborative, values-driven environment.

Lead the estimating process for heavy civil infrastructure projects (road reconstruction, culverts/bridges, drainage, utilities) including interpreting bid documents and performing detailed quantity take-offs.

Prepare cost estimates and bid packages for public sector (NYSDOT, DEP, OGS, TANY, MNRR) and municipal work.

Manage subcontractor buy-out, purchase orders, value engineering review, and cost-saving alternatives.

Establish project start-up documentation, electronic file systems, schedules (Primavera), permits, submittals, HASP and EEO participation compliance.

Oversee full project execution: coordinate with superintendents/engineers, monitor cost-codes and budgets, manage RFIs, submittals, change orders and owner/agency correspondence.

Ensure quality, safety, and compliance on-site; maintain client relationships; procure long-lead materials; and track subcontractor performance.

Lead close-out: handle final owner payments, subcontractor/supplier payables, and punchlists, turnover and financial wrap-up.

10+ years of experience in heavy highway, site development or infrastructure construction (public works).

Demonstrated track record managing projects up to ~$20M in value.

Strong estimating experience (proficiency in HCSS Heavy Bid) and scheduling experience with Primavera.

Direct experience working with NYSDOT, OGS, DEP, municipal infrastructure (e.g., TANY, MNRR) and bidding/public works protocols.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, lead field and office teams, and cultivate client relationships.

Excellent communication and leadership skills; ability to interface with field, office, subcontractors, owners and agencies.

Must be located in (or willing to commute from) Dutchess, Rockland, Westchester, Orange or Ulster County; commuting from NYC metro is not viable.

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.

Previous experience with municipal and DOT bidding and contract administration in the Hudson Valley region.

Familiarity with union/non-union operations in heavy civil work.

Prior heavy civil field leadership experience (not purely office-based).

Competitive base salary in the $180 - 250K range, DOE.

Annual bonus tied to company and project performance.

Generous PTO and paid time off.

Company truck or mileage reimbursement

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.