Senior Heavy Civil Estimator - Charlottesville, VA
Listed on 2026-06-27
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Construction
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Engineering
Estimator, Civil Engineering
Senior Estimator
Caton Construction Group, one of the Caton Companies, is growing! Our family owned company is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team for our projects in various locations in Virginia and North Carolina. We are seeking a Senior Estimator for our corporate office in Troy, Virginia (Charlottesville area).
The Estimator is responsible for developing project estimates and schedules for civil construction projects ranging from $1M to $35M, evaluating contract requirements, and providing direction and assistance to junior team members.
Essential functions include:
- Read and interpret pertinent bid documents and plans
- Perform quantity takeoffs from civil construction plans and documents
- Develop the project scope and identify necessary disciplines
- Identify subcontractor roles
- Evaluate DBE participation to ensure project goals are met
- Identify constructability issues
- Identify value engineering opportunities
- Coordinate pre-bid activities and inquiries with the owner
- Develop and review project estimates and schedules ($1M-$30M)
- Provide direction and assistance to junior team members
- Develop and deliver project bid packages
May supervise a team of junior estimators.
This is an in-person, full-time position; work days are Monday through Friday. Weekend work may be required on occasion.
Local travel is required. May need to utilize personal transportation.
Required education and experience:
Associates or Bachelor's degree in a construction related field preferred
4
-7 years of experience as a civil construction estimator
Experience with Dept of Transportation specifications
Previous experience with estimating software Heavy Bid or equivalent
Preferred education and experience:
Experience with heavy highway, earthwork, bridge, and utility construction
Previous work with NCDOT and VDOT
The benefits include:
Competitive compensation package
Comprehensive health, vision and dental insurance
FSA program
401K program with 4% company match
8 paid holidays plus personal floating holiday
120 hours of accrued paid time off (PTO) the first year
And more…
Salary depends on skills and experience. Locally owned and managed, The Caton Companies offer 401(k), excellent medical/dental coverage, as well as many other benefits.
Equal opportunity employer
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