Senior Estimator

Clark Construction Group, LLC•McLean, VA

7d•$85,000 - $185,000

About The Position

The Senior Estimator 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, promote creative and innovative construction solutions, and help acquire profitable work. The position works closely with Operations and Engineering and may involve occasional travel to construction sites. The primary workspace is a professional office, with construction-site visits as needed. The role requires flexibility and responsiveness during extended hours and time-sensitive situations, particularly during critical project phases or client deadlines. A pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly testing are required.

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 Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong understanding of deep foundation and earth retention elements.
Ability to clearly present estimated findings and project risks to executive leadership and clients.
Detail-oriented, technically sound, and effective communication skills.
Knowledge of local and regional market conditions for foundation materials and labor.
Prior operations experience in geostructural construction.
Alignment with Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, a team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, able to build relationships and people/teams, and able to set direction and execute.
Ability to perform detailed computer work and review complex documents with sharp visual acuity.
Ability to work prolonged periods at a desk, move 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.
Follow Clark Construction safety policies and procedures and applicable laws at all locations.
Flexibility to work extended hours and respond to communications when business needs or critical issues require it.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening; the company also conducts random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty tests.

Responsibilities

Represent the Company with professionalism and ethical behavior.
Lead 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 drilling methods and shoring systems.
Build and manage cost estimates in HCSS HeavyBid, including labor, equipment, and material allocations.
Maintain historical cost data and production rates based on actual field performance to improve bid accuracy.
Solicit and evaluate quotes for specialty materials and third-party services.
Collaborate with Operations and Engineering to determine cost-effective construction sequences and equipment spreads.
Identify project risks, including soil conditions, water table, and site access, and quantify their budget impacts.
Present estimated findings and project risks to executive leadership and clients.
Mentor junior estimating staff and oversee the quality control of their work.