Full-Time | DOT / Municipal / Design-Build Projects
We are seeking an experienced Heavy Highway Estimator to join our team and lead the pursuit of DOT, municipal, and design-build transportation projects across North Carolina. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented construction professional with deep knowledge of earthwork, grading, paving, drainage, and structural scopes.
Lead estimating efforts for heavy civil transportation projects, including NCDOT and municipal work.
Review and interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents to define scope, risks, and opportunities.
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and cost analyses for both self-performed and subcontracted work.
Manage subcontractor and vendor pricing to ensure competitive, comprehensive proposals.
Collaborate with project managers and field leaders to validate production rates, logistics, and constructability.
Develop bid strategies, schedules, and value-added alternatives to strengthen proposals.
Prepare and present detailed estimate reviews to senior leadership.
Mentor junior estimators and help advance department processes and tools.
Utilize industry-standard estimating platforms such as HCSS HeavyBid, B2W (Bid2Win), Bluebeam, and Excel.
3–7+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil, highway, or transportation construction.
Strong understanding of NCDOT specifications and bidding procedures.
Proficient with heavy civil estimating software (HCSS HeavyBid, B2W, On-Screen Takeoff, or similar).
Ability to read and interpret complex plans and technical documents.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Self-motivated, detail-driven, and able to work against deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with design-build estimating or alternative technical concepts (ATCs).
Prior field experience in earthwork, structures, or roadway operations.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (preferred but not required).
Stable pipeline of NCDOT, municipal, and design-build work
Growth-focused environment with opportunities for advancement
Competitive compensation and benefits
Collaborative team culture with support from experienced leadership
Direct Placement solution is like having a dedicated recruitment department at the ready. We are a professional services organization. Our team has hands-on experience in Engineering, Executive, Finance, IT, Manufacturing & Technical staffing. We focus on strategic staffing solutions tailored to every client’s specific needs. As a local, privately owned company, we take a personal interest in every client and candidate because we know that solid relationships are the lifeblood of our business. Our company has remained true to its core values of honesty, integrity, and collaboration.
