Senior Estimator (Foundations)

Clark Construction Group, LLC•McLean, VA

1d•$85,000 - $185,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Estimator (Foundations) oversees and prepares complete cost estimates for specialty geostructural projects, focusing on Support of Excavation (SOE), deep foundations (including caissons, micropiles, and ACIP), and ground improvement. The role uses technical expertise and HCSS HeavyBid to develop competitive bids and budgets for private and public sector clients. The primary workspace is the McLean, Virginia office, with occasional visits to construction sites. The position requires flexibility for extended hours during critical project phases or client deadlines and responsiveness to time-sensitive matters or emergencies. A pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly testing are required. Clark describes the role as part of a demanding, high-performance environment. The company offers base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package. The stated base salary range is $85,000–$185,000; compensation may vary based on factors including education, experience, skills, and geographic location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related technical field.
At least 5 years of estimating experience in the heavy civil or specialty foundation industry.
Expert-level knowledge of HCSS HeavyBid.
Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu and the Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong understanding of deep foundation and earth retention elements.
Ability to clearly present estimate findings and project risks to executive leadership and clients.
Comfort with prolonged periods of focused desk work, detailed computer work, and reviewing complex documents.
Effective communication and sharp visual acuity for reviewing documents and performing detailed computer work.
Ability to move actively throughout the office and travel occasionally to locations including construction sites.
Ability to lift and move objects up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines, and respond to communications when critical business needs arise.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and compliance with random quarterly drug testing.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of local and regional market conditions for foundation materials and labor.
Ability to mentor junior estimating staff and oversee quality control of their work.
Prior operations experience in geostructural construction.

Responsibilities

Lead preparation of comprehensive estimates from initial takeoff through final bid submission for hard-bid, negotiated, and design-build delivery methods.
Review and interpret geotechnical reports, boring logs, and structural drawings to determine appropriate drilling methods and shoring systems.
Build and manage cost estimates in HCSS HeavyBid, ensuring accurate labor, equipment, and material resource allocations.
Manage HeavyBid master templates and rate database.
Maintain historical cost data and production rates based on actual field performance to improve bid accuracy.
Solicit and evaluate quotes for specialty materials, such as steel H-piles, casing, and concrete, and for third-party services.
Collaborate with Operations and Engineering teams to determine cost-effective construction sequences and equipment spreads.
Identify potential project risks, including soil conditions, water table, and site access, and quantify their impact on the project budget.
Present estimate findings and project risks to executive leadership and clients.
Follow Clark Construction safety policies and procedures and applicable laws at office and construction-site locations.
Monitor and respond to communications as required for time-sensitive matters or emergencies.