Senior Estimator Heavy Civil Construction

Job Description

Job Description

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Company Overview

Sequoia Services is a leading provider of heavy civil construction solutions, specializing in infrastructure development across America. With a strong presence in North Carolina, we focus on delivering high-quality projects in dam construction, mining infrastructure, and power generation. Our commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability drives our success in complex and challenging environments. We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our team inRaleigh or Greensboroand contribute to our continued growth.

Position Summary

The Senior Estimator at Sequoia Services will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for large-scale heavy civil projects. This role requires extensive knowledge of civil construction practices, including earthworks, concrete structures, and geotechnical scopes. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in dam construction, mining infrastructure, or power generation projects, and will collaborate closely with operations, engineering, and executive teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of conceptual, schematic, and detailed cost estimates for heavy civil projects ranging from $10M to $100M.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and related documents to develop accurate and competitive estimates.
• Identify risk areas, scope gaps, and constructability concerns during bid reviews.
• Coordinate with operations, engineering, procurement, and subcontractors to gather cost data and develop work breakdown structures.
• Prepare detailed take-offs and develop unit costs using historical data, vendor quotes, and production rates.
• Evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals for completeness, competitiveness, and risk.
• Support the development of bid strategies and value engineering alternatives.
• Present estimates and recommendations to senior leadership for go / no-go decisions and bid submissions.
• Mentor and guide junior estimators and assist in building estimating templates, tools, and historical databases.
• Attend pre-bid site visits and industry networking events as required.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications