Estimator, Heavy Civil and Earthwork

Agent

. Perform takeoffs and bid preparation from plans and specifications .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemoteMid-LevelSenior💰 $1,500 - $2,500 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in construction estimating with a strong focus on heavy civil, earthwork, and asphalt/paving projects. Proficient in managing complex bid processes and effective communication with subcontractors and vendors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Construction Estimating ExperienceHeavy Civil EstimatingBluebeam ProficiencyBid Coordination ManagementDetail-Oriented Problem Solver

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Hard Skills

Construction EstimatingCost AnalysisBid PreparationTakeoffsPublic Bid Package ReviewAsphalt/Paving EstimatingEarthwork EstimatingRFI ManagementSubmittals HandlingSite Coordination Documentation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsProactive Problem SolverDetail-OrientedIndependent Work CapabilityPersistent Follow-Up

Tools & Technologies

BluebeamHeavy BidWinX GradeEstimating Software

Industry Keywords

Civil EngineeringConstructionHeavy CivilAsphalt PavingSubcontractor CoordinationBid DeadlinesRemote WorkUS Construction Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform takeoffs and bid preparation from plans and specifications
Handle RFIs, submittals, and revisions
Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors, including persistent 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 and detailed specifications for compliance
Perform cost analysis for heavy civil and asphalt paving scopes
Support site visits or provide effective onsite communication, with client support for site visits when remote
Take ownership of complex bids from plans and specifications through submission
Work closely with the established estimating team

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of construction estimating experience required
Civil engineer or construction estimator with 6–15 years of experience
Strong background in heavy civil, earthwork, and asphalt/paving estimating
Fluent English, written and verbal, for subcontractor calls
Proven US construction experience
Familiarity with Bluebeam, Heavy Bid, or comparable estimating software; training available if needed
Proficiency with Bluebeam or willingness to learn quickly
Experience with heavy civil or earthwork estimating; asphalt/paving experience strongly preferred
Ability to work full-time, 40 hours/week, in the US Eastern Time zone, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM EST
Comfort managing complex bid coordination and subcontractor outreach
Excellent communication skills for subcontractor coordination
Detail-oriented and able to manage complex bid packages and specifications
Proactive problem-solver comfortable with high-volume, time-sensitive bidding
Reliable internet and own computer setup
Ability to work independently in a remote setup

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work arrangement
Full-time schedule of 40 hours/week
Training available for Heavy Bid or comparable estimating software if needed
Independent-contractor flexibility to manage work on your own terms
Own equipment setup accepted/required for remote work