Remote Estimator (Heavy Civil and Earthwork)

The role

You will prepare cost estimates and bids for heavy civil, earthwork and asphalt paving work from plans and specifications. You will handle RFIs, submittals and revisions, and coordinate with subcontractors and vendors through bid deadlines.

What you will do

• Perform takeoffs and bid preparation from plans and specifications
• Handle RFIs (Requests for Information), submittals and revisions
• Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors, including follow-up to meet bid deadlines
• Manage pre-construction support and site coordination documentation
• Use Bluebeam, WinX Grade and Heavy Bid (or similar estimating software)
• Review complex public bid packages with detailed specs to ensure compliance
• Self-perform cost analysis for heavy civil and asphalt paving scopes
• Support site visits or provide onsite communication, with client support for site visits when remote

Required qualifications

• 6+ years of construction estimating experience
• Civil engineer or construction estimator background
• Strong background in heavy civil, earthwork and asphalt/paving estimating
• Fluent English, written and verbal
• Proven US construction experience
• Familiar with Bluebeam, Heavy Bid or comparable estimating software, or willing to learn quickly
• Excellent communication skills for subcontractor coordination
• Detail-oriented, able to manage complex bid packages and specifications
• Proactive problem-solver comfortable with high-volume, time-sensitive bidding
• Ability to work full-time in US Eastern Time zone
• Comfort managing complex bid coordination and subcontractor outreach
• Reliable internet and own computer setup

Nice to have

• Direct experience with asphalt paving or heavy civil projects
• Proven success coordinating multiple subcontractors under tight deadlines
• Experience with public bid work and government specifications
• Familiarity with Heavy Bid software
• Track record of improving bid turnaround time and quality

Before you apply

• Experience level: posting says 6+ years required and also lists 6–15 years

About the company

The client is a growing heavy civil construction company specializing in asphalt paving, earthwork and related services in Florida. It is expanding its bidding capacity and hiring an experienced estimator.