Estimator - Civil

About the Role

DEPCOM is hiring a Senior Civil Estimator with a heavy civil construction focus. Positions may be based in Houston, TX;
Scottsdale, AZ;
Bedminster, NJ, or remote within the United States. VISA sponsorship is not available.

• Lead refinement of civil estimating processes and templates to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Develop bottom‑up civil estimating tools based on best construction practices, productivity, and resource consumption for solar and BESS projects.
• Maintain a database/library of applicable means and methods, components, and associated productivity rates for civil work.
• Prepare comprehensive project cost estimates aligned with RFP requirements for utility‑scale solar and battery storage projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams including business development, engineering, and project delivery to develop winning bid strategies and optimize project costs.
• Identify project risks and assist in developing mitigation strategies to enhance estimate reliability and competitiveness.
• Participate in pre‑bid meetings, client discussions, and leadership updates.
• Conduct site visits as necessary and prepare detailed reports that inform and enhance estimate accuracy and project planning.

• Experience in heavy civil construction, estimating, and/or project management.
• Knowledge of best practices in cost estimation and estimating tools/software (e.g., InEight preferred).
• Proficiency with take‑off software (Bluebeam, AgTek or similar) and ability to interpret complex project documentation.
• Strong understanding of earthwork, foundations, roads, drainage, and site development.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and refine estimating processes.

• Extensive experience and in‑depth knowledge in civil construction for large commercial, renewable energy, or utility‑scale solar projects.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to collaborate with field and engineering teams on best practices.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field.
• Experience leveraging generative AI to streamline workflows and improve outcomes.

Compensation: $105,000 – $150,000 per year, with variable pay available as a bonus or other monetary form.

• Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, and educational assistance.
• Additional benefits may include infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance depending on eligibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify.