Senior Estimator (Foundations)
Clark Construction Group, LLC, Mc Lean, VA, United States
The Lead Estimator is responsible for the oversight and preparation of complete cost estimates for specialty geostructural projects. This role focuses on Support of Excavation (SOE), Deep Foundations (Caissons, Micropiles, ACIP), and Ground
Improvement work. The successful candidate will leverage technical expertise and HCSS HeavyBid to develop competitive bids and budgets for private and public sector clients.
Responsibilities
Estimate Development: Lead the preparation of comprehensive estimates from initial takeoff to final bid submission, including hard bid, negotiated, and design- build delivery methods.
Geotechnical Analysis: Review and interpret geotechnical reports, boring logs, and structural drawings to determine appropriate drilling methods and shoring systems.
HCSS HeavyBid Management: Build and manage cost estimates within HeavyBid, ensuring accurate labor, equipment, and material resource allocations.
Managing HeavyBid master templates and rate database.
Cost Analysis: Maintain historical cost data and production rates based on actual field performance to improve bid accuracy.
Subcontractor/Vendor Coordination: Solicitation and evaluation of quotes for specialty materials (e.g., steel H-piles, casing, concrete) and third‑party services.
Pre-Construction Strategy: Collaborate with the Operations and Engineering teams to determine the most cost‑effective construction sequences and equipment spreads.
Risk Management: Identify potential project risks (soil conditions, water table, site access) and quantify their impact on the project budget.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience: 5+ years of estimating experience in the heavy civil or specialty foundation industry.
Software Proficiency: Expert-level knowledge of HCSS HeavyBid is required. Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office Suite is expected.
Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of deep foundation and earth retention elements, including:
Communication: Ability to clearly present estimate findings and project risks to executive leadership and clients.
Preferred Skills
Knowledge of local and regional market conditions for foundation materials and labor.
Ability to mentor junior estimating staff and oversee the quality control of their work.
Prior operations experience in geostructural construction.
Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States.
Our portfolio spans every major building market, from public to private, corporate to cultural, education to entertainment, and the infrastructure connecting it all – power, transportation, water, and roadways. Since 1906, we’ve been delighting and delivering value to our clients and project partners, providing diverse opportunities for our team, and strengthening the communities where we live.
With offices strategically located across the country, we pride ourselves on being a local builder with national reach.
Learn more about Clark Construction (https://www.clarkconstruction.com/).
There is a sense of camaraderie that comes with delivering impactful projects as a team. It creates a sense of humility and fosters pride in the work we do. At Clark, we are proud to build what matters, together.
Learn more about careers at Clark (https://www.clarkconstruction.com/careers).
Find even more opportunities with the Clark Group, our collection of companies – delivering construction and asset solutions for clients across the United States.
Clark Group's capabilities span the entire asset lifecycle – from project development and financing to construction and facility maintenance.
Asset Solutions
Altura Associates (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Altura)
Coda
Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Edgemoor/)
S2N Technology Group
Building & Infrastructure
Atkinson Construction (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Atkinson)
Shirley Contracting Company
C3M Power Systems (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/C3MExternal)
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark promotes a drug‑free workplace.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email leaveofabsence@clarkconstruction.com or call (800) 655‑1330 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Authorization to Work
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full‑time basis in order to be considered.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clark Construction Group, LLC, (subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark Construction promotes a drug‑free workplace.
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Improvement work. The successful candidate will leverage technical expertise and HCSS HeavyBid to develop competitive bids and budgets for private and public sector clients.
Responsibilities
Estimate Development: Lead the preparation of comprehensive estimates from initial takeoff to final bid submission, including hard bid, negotiated, and design- build delivery methods.
Geotechnical Analysis: Review and interpret geotechnical reports, boring logs, and structural drawings to determine appropriate drilling methods and shoring systems.
HCSS HeavyBid Management: Build and manage cost estimates within HeavyBid, ensuring accurate labor, equipment, and material resource allocations.
Managing HeavyBid master templates and rate database.
Cost Analysis: Maintain historical cost data and production rates based on actual field performance to improve bid accuracy.
Subcontractor/Vendor Coordination: Solicitation and evaluation of quotes for specialty materials (e.g., steel H-piles, casing, concrete) and third‑party services.
Pre-Construction Strategy: Collaborate with the Operations and Engineering teams to determine the most cost‑effective construction sequences and equipment spreads.
Risk Management: Identify potential project risks (soil conditions, water table, site access) and quantify their impact on the project budget.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience: 5+ years of estimating experience in the heavy civil or specialty foundation industry.
Software Proficiency: Expert-level knowledge of HCSS HeavyBid is required. Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office Suite is expected.
Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of deep foundation and earth retention elements, including:
Communication: Ability to clearly present estimate findings and project risks to executive leadership and clients.
Preferred Skills
Knowledge of local and regional market conditions for foundation materials and labor.
Ability to mentor junior estimating staff and oversee the quality control of their work.
Prior operations experience in geostructural construction.
Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States.
Our portfolio spans every major building market, from public to private, corporate to cultural, education to entertainment, and the infrastructure connecting it all – power, transportation, water, and roadways. Since 1906, we’ve been delighting and delivering value to our clients and project partners, providing diverse opportunities for our team, and strengthening the communities where we live.
With offices strategically located across the country, we pride ourselves on being a local builder with national reach.
Learn more about Clark Construction (https://www.clarkconstruction.com/).
There is a sense of camaraderie that comes with delivering impactful projects as a team. It creates a sense of humility and fosters pride in the work we do. At Clark, we are proud to build what matters, together.
Learn more about careers at Clark (https://www.clarkconstruction.com/careers).
Find even more opportunities with the Clark Group, our collection of companies – delivering construction and asset solutions for clients across the United States.
Clark Group's capabilities span the entire asset lifecycle – from project development and financing to construction and facility maintenance.
Asset Solutions
Altura Associates (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Altura)
Coda
Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Edgemoor/)
S2N Technology Group
Building & Infrastructure
Atkinson Construction (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Atkinson)
Shirley Contracting Company
C3M Power Systems (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/C3MExternal)
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark promotes a drug‑free workplace.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email leaveofabsence@clarkconstruction.com or call (800) 655‑1330 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Authorization to Work
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full‑time basis in order to be considered.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clark Construction Group, LLC, (subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark Construction promotes a drug‑free workplace.
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