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Heavy Civil Estimator
Posted: 03/04/2026
Employment Type:
Direct Hire
Job Function: Engineering
Job Number: 24859
Pay: $70,000-$90,000
Remote / Hybrid Jobs: On-Site
Job Description
A fast-growing company in the construction industry is seeking a Heavy Civil Estimator to lead cost development and bid preparation for various projects. The ideal candidate is an analytical, detail-oriented estimating professional with strong heavy civil experience. Working closely with operations and executive leadership, the new hire will enhance bid competitiveness by preparing detailed estimates while evaluating risks and ensuring constructibility and financial performance.
Salary + Additional Benefits:
Location: Houston, TX
Type of Position: Direct Hire
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Due to the high volume of applications we typically receive, we regret that we are not able to personally respond to all applications. However, if you are invited to take the next step in the process, you will typically be contacted within one week of submitting your application.
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Salary + Additional Benefits:
- $70,000-$90,000
- Medical Insurance
Location: Houston, TX
Type of Position: Direct Hire
Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs for mass earthwork and site packages.
- Develop production-based cost estimates using realistic productivity assumptions.
- Analyze geotechnical reports and civil drawings.
- Price equipment, trucking, fuel, labor, and material components accurately.
- Solicit and level subcontractor and supplier quotes.
- Participate in bid strategy discussions and risk review meetings.
- Support negotiated and hard-bid pursuits.
- Review contracts and identify commercial risks in collaboration with leadership.
- Maintain historical cost databases and benchmarking tools.
- Assist with turnover meetings to operations post-award.
Requirements:
- 5+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil or earthworks
- Strong understanding of mass grading, cut/fill balancing, haul routes, and productivity modelling
- Ability to interpret civil drawings, specifications, and geotechnical data
Due to the high volume of applications we typically receive, we regret that we are not able to personally respond to all applications. However, if you are invited to take the next step in the process, you will typically be contacted within one week of submitting your application.
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Saxon Huckell
Associate Search Director - Murray Technical
Specializing in matching talent with exciting opportunities in Engineering, Technical Sales, Manufacturing, Operations, Project Management Supply Chain, and IT.
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