Estimator - GPAC

HEAVY CIVIL ESTIMATOR

One of the Kansas City area's most established and highly regarded Heavy Civil General Contractors is seeking an experienced Estimator. This position is critical in developing accurate, profitable, and timely project estimates. The ideal candidate is self-driven, detail-oriented, and an excellent communicator, ready to take on challenging projects and contribute to the company’s success.

The Estimator will:

• Analyze and compile data impacting costs, including labor, materials, equipment, location, and other variables, to deliver high-quality estimates.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and site conditions, incorporating input from field operations into the final estimate.
• Explore alternative solutions and construction methods to enhance bid competitiveness.
• Validate “take-off” quantities to ensure accuracy.
• Utilize historical cost data and advanced analytical methods to ensure logically sound and accurate cost estimates.
• Present estimates during bid reviews with senior management to ensure precision and completeness.
• Engage with owners, subcontractors, and public/private entities to ensure competitive bids.
• Share bid information with field operations during pre-construction meetings, ensuring clear understanding of the project scope and critical construction methods.
• Build and maintain relationships within the industry to expand bid opportunities.
• Supervise, mentor, and guide estimating staff.
• Lead and participate in discussions on innovative means and methods to create successful, competitive estimates.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent experience.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of heavy civil estimating experience in areas such as concrete paving or infrastructure, highways, bridges, rail, sitework etc.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Primavera P6, Bluebeam, or other construction related software.
• Solid understanding of civil engineering and construction principles.
• Familiarity with equipment capabilities and construction techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Competitive industry-leading salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous bonus structure.
• Supportive company culture promoting work-life balance.

Join an industry leader where your expertise and innovation will be valued!

Apply online or send your resume and project list to Kenna Warren at

All inquiries will remain strictly confidential.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.