Senior Estimator – Heavy Civil & Roadway Construction – Houston, TX

Senior Estimator – Heavy Civil & Roadway Construction

📍 Location: Houston, Texas
🏢 Work Arrangement: On-Site
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available
💰 Salary: $150,000 – $180,000

Overview

A leading heavy civil contractor is seeking a Senior Estimator to support major roadway and infrastructure projects throughout Texas.

This role is ideal for an experienced estimator with a strong background in DOT, roadway, bridge, and heavy civil construction, who can take ownership of complex hard-bid estimates and collaborate closely with operations and project teams to secure large-scale infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Preconstruction

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and competitive bid proposals for heavy civil and roadway projects.

• Review plans, specifications, quantities, production rates, and subcontractor/vendor pricing.

• Perform quantity take-offs, material pricing, and cost analysis.

• Develop estimates for:

• Roadway construction and reconstruction

• Concrete and asphalt paving

• Road widening projects

• Drainage and underground utilities

• Earthwork and excavation

• Bridge and transportation infrastructure projects

Bid Strategy & Risk Analysis

• Participate in pre-bid meetings and client discussions.

• Support overall bid strategy development.

• Identify project risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions.

• Work closely with operations and leadership teams throughout the pursuit process.

Project Collaboration

• Coordinate with project managers, operations leaders, and executive teams.

• Assist with project handoff following successful bid awards.

• Maintain current market knowledge regarding labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor pricing.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in:

• Civil Engineering

• Construction Engineering Technology

• Construction Management

• Related field

Experience

• 4+ years of heavy civil/highway estimating experience.

• 4+ years of hard bid estimating experience.

• Experience estimating projects valued between $5M – $30M+.

• Experience estimating:

• Roadways

• Bridges

• Concrete structures

• Excavation and earthwork

• Drainage systems

• Asphalt and paving projects

Required Skills

✔ Heavy Civil Estimating
✔ DOT / Highway Construction
✔ Hard Bid Estimating
✔ Quantity Take-Offs
✔ Cost Analysis & Pricing
✔ Roadway Construction
✔ Bridge Construction
✔ Earthwork & Excavation
✔ Drainage & Utility Construction
✔ Value Engineering

Preferred Software Experience

• HCSS HeavyBid

• Bid2Win

• Primavera / P6

• AGTEK

• AutoCAD Civil 3D

• Viewpoint

• HeavyJob

• Other construction estimating and scheduling platforms

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a highly skilled Heavy Civil Estimator who has successfully delivered competitive bids for complex transportation and infrastructure projects.

They will possess:

• Strong DOT and roadway estimating expertise.

• Deep understanding of heavy civil construction means and methods.

• Advanced quantity take-off and pricing capabilities.

• Strong analytical and risk assessment skills.

• Ability to manage multiple pursuits simultaneously.

• Experience collaborating closely with operations and project teams.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Experience

4+ Years Heavy Civil Estimating

Industry

Heavy Civil / Transportation Construction

Education

Bachelor's Degree Required

Seniority

Mid-Senior Level

Travel

Occasional

Relocation

Available

Location

Houston, TX

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work on major infrastructure projects that shape growing Texas communities.

• Join an established heavy civil construction organization with a strong project pipeline.

• High-visibility role with direct impact on project wins and company growth.

• Competitive compensation and relocation support.

• Opportunity to work on complex roadway, bridge, utility, and transportation projects throughout Texas.

Project Manager II – Commercial Construction | Santa Clara, CA | Hybrid

Project Manager II

📍 Location: Santa Clara, California
🏢 Work Model: Hybrid – 4 Days Onsite / 1 Day Remote
📌 Openings: 2
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time

💰 Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $148,800 – $185,999

• Bonus eligible

• Full benefits package

• Relocation assistance available for ideal candidates

• Interview travel reimbursed

🏗️ Overview

A leading national construction firm is seeking a Project Manager II to lead and manage moderately complex construction projects or major portions of large-scale projects within the Santa Clara market.

This role is responsible for the full operational and administrative management of projects from preconstruction through closeout, including budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor management, risk mitigation, safety leadership, and client coordination.

The ideal candidate is a strong construction leader with proven experience managing commercial construction projects, driving financial performance, coordinating multiple stakeholders, and delivering projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead day-to-day project operations and administration

• Manage project lifecycle from preconstruction through closeout

• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, owners, architects, engineers, and internal teams

• Drive project execution aligned with safety, quality, schedule, and profitability goals

Safety & Risk Management

• Champion company safety culture and maintain an injury-free environment

• Investigate safety incidents and implement corrective actions as needed

• Identify and proactively manage project risks throughout the project lifecycle

• Coordinate subcontractor bonding, insurance, and risk analysis activities

Budgeting, Cost Control & Forecasting

• Develop and manage project budgets and cost forecasts

• Review project costs against budget and identify discrepancies

• Prepare monthly cost and margin forecasts with project teams

• Support change order management and owner billing processes

Scheduling & Construction Planning

• Develop and maintain project schedules alongside field leadership

• Coordinate procurement, labor, materials, and subcontractor sequencing

• Identify schedule risks and implement mitigation strategies

• Apply Lean construction principles where appropriate

Contract & Subcontractor Management

• Lead buyout processes and subcontractor selection

• Review scopes, pricing, and gap analyses

• Manage subcontract agreements and project documentation

• Coordinate submittals, RFIs, and shop drawing approvals

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Lead OAC (Owner/Architect/Contractor) meetings and project reviews

• Maintain strong client and partner relationships

• Support business development and community engagement efforts

• Deliver regular project reporting and profitability updates

✅ Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

• 7+ years of construction management experience

• Strong experience managing commercial construction projects

• Advanced knowledge of:

• Project Management

• Cost Control

• Scheduling

• Valid driver’s license required

⭐ Preferred Experience

• Experience with large-scale commercial or mission-critical projects

• Strong knowledge of construction technology and scheduling software

• Lean construction experience

• Experience managing multiple complex stakeholders and subcontractors

🛠️ Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in:

• Project management software

• Scheduling software

• Construction technology platforms

• Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong understanding of:

• Means & methods of construction

• Budget forecasting

• Procurement and logistics coordination

• Risk management

🎯 Ideal Candidate

• Proven commercial construction Project Manager with strong operational leadership skills

• Strong financial acumen and cost management experience

• Skilled in scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and project execution

• Effective communicator capable of leading meetings and managing stakeholders

• Collaborative leader who thrives in fast-paced construction environments

• Comfortable balancing office and field responsibilities

🌟 Why Join

• Join a nationally recognized construction leader with over 100 years of success

• Work on high-profile and technically challenging projects

• Strong culture centered around safety, collaboration, and innovation

• Career growth path toward Senior Project Manager leadership roles

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

📋 Additional Details

• Hybrid schedule: 1 remote day per week

• Occasional travel may be required

• Must be willing to work non-traditional hours when project needs require

• Exposure to construction site environments and varying weather conditions expected

📝 Key Skills & Certifications

✔ Project Management
✔ Cost Control
✔ Scheduling
✔ Commercial Construction Leadership
✔ Budget Forecasting
✔ Risk Management
✔ Lean Construction Principles

Heavy Civil Construction Project Manager | Draper, UT | $120K-$130K + Bonus

Heavy Civil Construction Project Manager
Location: Draper, Utah, United States
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Construction Project Manager to oversee and manage infrastructure projects, including highway and roadway reconstruction, bridge construction, street widening, drainage system installation, and large-scale excavation. The ideal candidate will have expertise in project planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and team leadership while ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of the construction project lifecycle.

• Lead project planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.

• Manage financial aspects of contracts, ensuring project profitability while maintaining strong client relationships.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for contractors and subcontractors.

• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and ensure adherence to project schedules.

• Prepare and submit budget proposals, recommending adjustments as necessary.

• Develop and deliver project reports, proposals, and documentation.

• Work closely with superintendents to manage scope changes, mitigate risks, and implement contingency plans.

• Respond to RFIs and process contract change orders.

• Approve invoices, payroll hours, and oversee the billing process.

• Ensure compliance with contract specifications and industry standards.

• Foster and maintain strong business relationships to support project success.

• Provide leadership and direction to project engineers, field engineers, and coordinators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing heavy civil construction projects, including roadway, bridge, and excavation work, with project values between $5M and $30M.

• At least 2 years of experience managing and supervising project engineers.

• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications for heavy civil projects.

• Experience handling RFIs, change orders, and submittals.

• Ability to manage client relationships and address project-related inquiries or concerns.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to define issues, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $120,000 - $130,000 (dependent on experience)

• Annual Bonus: Up to 25%

• 401k with 5% company match

• Vacation & Holiday Pay

• Health, Vision, and Dental Benefits

• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance may be available for the ideal candidate.

• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. (Visa sponsorship not available).

• Travel required as necessary for project oversight.

If you are a results-driven construction professional looking to advance your career with a dynamic and supportive team, we encourage you to apply!

Commercial/Industrial Construction Project Manager | Draper, UT | $110K-$120K + Bonus

Commercial/Industrial Construction Project Manager
Location: Draper, Utah, United States
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Commercial/Industrial Construction Project Manager to oversee all phases of construction projects from initiation to completion. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and team coordination. This role requires excellent leadership skills and a deep understanding of construction processes, financial management, and client relations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all phases of the construction project timeline.

• Lead project planning, budgeting, and resource identification.

• Oversee financial aspects of contracts, ensuring profitability while maintaining client relationships.

• Serve as the main point of contact for contractors and subcontractors.

• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and ensure adherence to schedules.

• Prepare and submit budget proposals and recommend necessary revisions.

• Develop and deliver project progress reports, documentation, and presentations.

• Work closely with superintendents to manage scope changes, mitigate risks, and implement contingency plans.

• Respond to RFIs and process contract change orders.

• Approve invoices, payroll hours, and manage the billing process.

• Ensure compliance with contract specifications and industry standards.

• Foster and maintain strong business relationships to support project success.

• Provide leadership and direction to project engineers, field engineers, and coordinators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in large-scale commercial construction projects, including multi-level structures and parking garages with post-tension experience.

• At least 2 years of experience managing and supervising project engineers.

• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications for commercial concrete structures.

• Experience handling RFIs, change orders, and submittals.

• Ability to manage client relationships and address project-related inquiries or complaints.

• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills to define issues, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.

• Valid driver’s license required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $110,000 - $120,000 (dependent on experience)

• Annual Bonus: Up to 25%

• 401k with 5% company match

• Vacation & Holiday Pay

• Health, Vision, and Dental Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance may be available for the ideal candidate.

• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. (Visa sponsorship not available).

• Travel required as necessary for project oversight.

If you are a results-driven construction professional looking to grow your career with a dynamic and supportive team, we encourage you to apply!

Construction Project Engineer 4 Locations: Dallas, TX – Bakersfield or San Diego, CA – Phoenix, AZ Compensation: $80,000 - $120,000

Construction Project Engineer
4 Locations: Dallas, TX – Bakersfield or San Diego, CA – Phoenix, AZ
Compensation: $80,000 - $120,000

Are you passionate about contributing to impactful construction projects and ready to bring your expertise to a supportive, team-oriented environment? We’re seeking a Construction Project Engineer to join our team. This role provides an excellent opportunity to work closely with senior leaders, enhance your technical skills, and take a hands-on approach in delivering successful projects.

About the Role
As a Construction Project Engineer, you will play a critical role in reviewing design and bidding documents, evaluating contractor bids, and monitoring construction progress and schedules. You will provide vital technical support to construction staff under the supervision of a Project Manager. This role involves working on moderately complex projects, primarily in a support capacity, and requires regular travel (80% or more).

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing cost estimates and preconstruction activities.

• Engage subcontractors to build project interest and secure bids.

• Review plans, technical documents, and answer scope or timing questions.

• Track and manage project documentation, including RFIs and submittals.

• Maintain project records and schedules in coordination with the team.

• Support conflict resolution among owners, contractors, and subcontractors.

• Handle permitting processes and SWPPP documentation.

• Coordinate project change orders and assist with monthly subcontractor billings.

• Ensure site safety documentation and manage project closeout activities.

What We’re Looking For
Education: A degree in Construction Management or a related field.
Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in construction roles, with a focus on data center projects.

• Familiarity with building codes, regulations, and permitting processes.

Skills & Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.

• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $80,000 - $120,300 annually, with the final amount based on experience, location, and skills.

• Benefits: Comprehensive package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), accrued PTO, paid holidays, and more.

• Opportunities for overtime and professional growth within a dynamic team environment.

Physical Demands
This role involves a mix of office-based and on-site activities. Regular physical activity such as walking, standing, and occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs) is required.

Why Join Us?
We’re committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our projects drive meaningful impact, and our team culture emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and excellence.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your construction career, we’d love to hear from you!