- Salary
- $90k – $110k/yr
- Location
- Moore, Oklahoma, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Seniority
- Lead
- Education
- Bachelor
- Source
- BetterTeam
Description
Lead Estimator – Heavy Civil Construction
Location: Moore, Oklahoma
Location: Moore, Oklahoma
Silver Star Construction is seeking a highly motivated Lead Estimator to join our employee-owned team. This role will focus on preparing estimates for roadway, earthwork, utility, and civil infrastructure projects while supporting strategic growth throughout Oklahoma.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze project plans and specifications to determine project requirements.
- Calculate quantities and prepare detailed cost estimates.
- Gather and compare pricing from vendors and subcontractors.
- Identify potential project risks and constructability concerns.
- Participate in bid reviews and project strategy meetings.
- Coordinate with engineers, owners, and consultants throughout the bidding process.
- Evaluate opportunities for alternative methods and cost efficiencies.
- Assist with scheduling and proposal development.
- Monitor compliance with DBE participation requirements.
- Help establish estimating standards and best practices.
- Provide leadership and technical guidance to estimating team members.
Qualifications:
- Experience preparing estimates for transportation and heavy civil projects.
- DOT estimating experience required; ODOT familiarity preferred.
- Skilled in estimating and project management software platforms.
- Strong proficiency in HeavyBid, Bluebeam, AGTEK, Primavera P6, AutoCAD, Excel, and Microsoft Project.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline preferred.
- Equivalent industry experience accepted.
- Five-plus years of estimating experience in civil construction.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
- Ability to work effectively under tight bid deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Compensation & Perks:
- Salary commensurate with experience.
- Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance.
- Short-Term Disability Benefits.
- 401(k) Plan.
- ESOP Ownership Opportunity.
- PTO Program.
- Six Company-Paid Holidays.
EOE – Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Apply online at silverstarconst.com, visit 220 Industrial Blvd., Moore, OK 73160, or call (405) 317-7680.
Skills
ExcelAutoCADComplianceProject Management
