Heavy Civil Estimator

Confidential

Kansas City, Missouri permanent

Posted: January 30, 2026

Required Skills

Job Description

Estimator – Heavy Civil / Structures

Kansas City, MO (Onsite – Relocation Supported)
Heavy Civil Construction
Compensation: $90,000–$170,000+ DOE + Bonus + Allowances

Position Overview

The Estimator will support bidding efforts for heavy civil projects, with a strong focus on structures, bridges, and highway work. This role works closely with project managers, schedulers, and engineers to develop accurate, competitive bids for public infrastructure projects.

This is an onsite role with minimal travel. Relocation assistance is available and structured based on experience level.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare detailed cost estimates for heavy civil and structural projects

Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing using industry-standard estimating software

Analyze plans, specifications, and bid documents

Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and schedulers throughout the bid process

Work with DOT requirements (state and municipal projects)

Evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing

Participate in bid strategy meetings and scope reviews

Support multiple bids simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines

Utilize multiple screens and tools to analyze drawings, quantities, and costs

Assist with post-bid reviews and handoff to project teams

Projects You’ll Work On

Highway expansions and roadway improvements

Bridge and structural concrete work

DOT-funded infrastructure projects

Large-scale public works projects ranging from small builds to multi-hundred-million-dollar scopes

Required Qualifications

Minimum 5+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction

Experience with structures, bridges, highways, or heavy civil projects

Proficiency with estimating software such as:

HeavyBid

Bluebeam

Bid2Win

AutoCAD

Excel

Strong understanding of construction documents and bid requirements

Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment

Hands-on estimating experience (not PMs transitioning into estimating)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working on DOT projects (MODOT, KDOT, or similar)

Background in structural or bridge estimating

Experience with public infrastructure bids

Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (not required if experience is strong)

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