Senior Estimator

BD Lead | Metric Geo | Heavy Civil Construction Estimator – Heavy Civil Construction (Virginia)

Metric Geo is partnering with a leading heavy civil contractor in Virginia to hire an experienced Estimator to support continued growth across major earthwork, utility, site development, and roadway projects statewide.

This is a long-term, full‑time role with a stable and well‑respected contractor that self‑performs the majority of its work. The company is known for a strong pipeline of DOT, municipal, and private site development projects, excellent leadership, and a culture that values collaboration and professional development.

• Prepare accurate and competitive estimates for heavy civil projects including earthwork and mass grading, underground utilities (water, sewer, storm), roadway & highway construction, and site development for commercial and industrial projects.
• Review project plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and addenda to determine scope.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs using estimating and takeoff software.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Develop clear and comprehensive cost structures
  , including materials, labor, equipment, production rates, and risk factors.
• Attend pre‑bid meetings, site visits, and client presentations as needed.
• Partner with project management and field operations to support bid strategies and value engineering
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• Transition awarded bids into executed projects and assist with estimating‑to‑operations handoff.
• Maintain historical cost data and contribute to continuous improvement of estimating processes.
• 5–10 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction.
• Strong understanding of site development, grading, utilities, and roadway scopes.
• Proficiency in HCSS Heavy Bid, Agtek, Bluebeam, or similar software (preferred but not required).
• Ability to read and interpret civil engineering drawings, specs, and geotechnical reports.
• Strong math, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently on multiple estimates and deadlines.
• Field experience (Superintendent, Project Engineer, or Project Manager) is a strong plus
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• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Truck allowance or company vehicle.
• Fuel card, laptop, and cell phone.
• Full healthcare benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Clear career trajectory into Senior Estimator or Preconstruction Manager roles.

Candidates must be based in Virginia or willing to relocate.

• (Some travel to bid walks and job sites is required.)

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Metric Geo by 2x.

• 5-10 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction.
• Strong understanding of site development, grading, utilities, and roadway scopes.
• Proficiency in heavy bid software (HCSS, Agtek, Bluebeam).
• Excellent math, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently under tight deadlines.
• Field experience is a strong plus.