Director of Estimating Heavy Civil
Location: Farmers Branch, Texas
Position Summary
The Director of Estimating will lead the estimating function for a growing heavy civil construction organization. This role is responsible for overseeing all estimating activities, developing standardized processes, mentoring estimating staff, and ensuring the preparation of accurate, competitive bids for a variety of infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with extensive experience in heavy civil construction estimating and a proven ability to manage teams while supporting business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop the estimating team, providing guidance and professional development for estimators at all levels.
- Oversee the preparation of detailed cost estimates for heavy civil construction projects, from conceptual budgets through final bid submissions.
- Develop and implement standardized estimating processes, tools, and best practices to improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.
- Direct quantity takeoffs, production rate analyses, and cost evaluations for both self-performed and subcontracted work.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to obtain competitive and accurate pricing.
- Lead bid strategy meetings, estimate reviews, and final proposal submissions.
- Evaluate project risks, constructability considerations, and market conditions to support bid strategy and go/no-go decisions.
- Partner with operations and business development teams by providing conceptual budgets and preconstruction support for prospective projects.
- Ensure estimates align with project scope, schedule, and organizational objectives.
- Promote continuous improvement and collaboration throughout the estimating process.
- 10–20+ years of experience in heavy civil construction estimating.
- Strong background estimating infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, earthwork, underground utilities, drainage, and site development.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing estimating teams.
- Proficiency with construction estimating software, preferably HCSS HeavyBid or comparable estimating platforms.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent industry experience will also be considered.
- Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
The employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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