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Estimator - Heavy Civil - Primoris Heavy CivilPrim • Baton Rouge, LA, US
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Estimator - Heavy Civil - Primoris Heavy Civil

Estimator - Heavy Civil - Primoris Heavy Civil

Prim • Baton Rouge, LA, US
22 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Construction Cost Estimator

The Construction Cost Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and compliant cost estimates for transportation infrastructure projects within the DOTD (Department Of Transportation And Development) market. This role requires strong expertise in heavy civil construction, public bidding procedures, and DOT specifications, with exposure to bridge and structural construction projects considered highly valuable.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare detailed cost estimates for DOTD and public works projects, including roadways, drainage, utilities, and bridge-related scopes.
  • Perform quantity takeoffs using plans, specifications, and bid documents.
  • Analyze labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor costs.
  • Develop bid proposals and unit pricing consistent with DOTD bid structures.
  • Maintain historical cost data to improve estimate accuracy and competitiveness.
  • Review DOTD bid documents, plans, specifications, and special provisions.
  • Ensure estimates comply with DOTD standards, materials requirements, and bidding procedures.
  • Coordinate bid schedules, deadlines, and submission requirements.
  • Prepare bid packages, including documentation and unit price breakdowns.
  • Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits to assess conditions and logistics.
  • Identify risks, scope gaps, and constructability concerns.
  • Evaluate site conditions including access, traffic impacts, and geotechnical factors.
  • Solicit and evaluate quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Assist in reviewing specialty quotes related to structural or bridge scopes.
  • Build relationships with vendors experienced in DOTD and heavy civil work.
  • Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and field teams.
  • Provide value engineering ideas to improve cost efficiency and constructability.
  • Prepare estimate summaries, bid analyses, and reports for leadership review.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 510+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil or DOT/public works projects.
  • Strong knowledge of DOTD specifications and public works bidding processes.
  • Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., HCSS HeavyBid, Bluebeam, AGTEK).
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience estimating concrete and asphalt roadway construction projects.
  • Experience estimating bridge or structural construction projects, including concrete, steel, and foundation systems.
  • Familiarity with Louisiana DOTD bridge standards and specifications.

Company Overview:

Primoris Heavy Civil provides highway, port, airfield, rail, and marine (intermodal transportation) construction services to private commercial and industrial clients as well as governmental entities such as the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Heavy Civil is comprised of six operating units that include North Louisiana Operations, South Louisiana Operations, Texas Operations, HMA Paving Operations, Concrete Paving Operations, and the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Unit.

Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
  • Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
  • 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
  • Pet coverage for your furry friends.
  • Legal assistance coverage.
  • Award-winning safety programs.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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