SR Estimator- Heavy Civil/Highway #ESF3362

ExpertHiring • Phoenix, AZ

11d

About The Position

What you will be doing:
Lead estimating efforts for major heavy civil infrastructure projects across Arizona, including mass grading and earthwork, concrete structures, aggregate placement, asphalt paving, airport taxiways and aprons, PCCP, and other transportation infrastructure work.
Partner closely with the Chief Estimator, project managers, and executive leadership to develop smart, competitive bid strategies that balance accuracy, risk, and profitability.
Analyze plans, specs, and geotechnical reports with a risk-first mindset.
Perform site visits and pre-bid evaluations.
Define self-performed vs. subcontracted scopes.
Build and issue subcontractor and supplier bid packages.
Drive pricing strategy, including DBE/SBE participation when required.
Develop full estimates using HCSS HeavyBid (takeoffs, logic, assemblies).
Analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes; make award recommendations.
Lead bid reviews and challenge assumptions before bid day.
Influence how Banicki positions itself to win work consistently.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of heavy civil/roadway estimating experience (aviation a strong plus).
• Proven success estimating grading, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and transportation scopes.
• Advanced experience with estimating software, including HCSS HeavyBid, AGTEK, OST, P6, Excel (or similar).
• Strong communication skills and confidence presenting to leadership.
• Competitive mindset with a 'win the work' mentality.
• Professional, direct, and collaborative — no egos, no excuses.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Experience with HCSS.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating efforts for major heavy civil infrastructure projects across Arizona
• Partner closely with the Chief Estimator, project managers, and executive leadership to develop smart, competitive bid strategies
• Analyze plans, specs, and geotechnical reports with a risk-first mindset
• Perform site visits and pre-bid evaluations
• Define self-performed vs. subcontracted scopes
• Build and issue subcontractor and supplier bid packages
• Drive pricing strategy, including DBE/SBE participation when required
• Develop full estimates using HCSS HeavyBid (takeoffs, logic, assemblies)
• Analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes; make award recommendations
• Lead bid reviews and challenge assumptions before bid day
• Influence how Banicki positions itself to win work consistently

Benefits

• Competitive pay!
• Company Vehicle or Vehicle allowance!
• Fuel Card!
• Health Benefits including medical, dental, vision, short term and long term disability!
• Vacation Pay!
• Holiday Pay!
• Annual Bonus!
• 401k Retirement plan + 5% company match!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees