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Senior Civil Estimator
Balfour Beatty
Location : Pico Rivera, CA, 90660
Job Type : Contractor
Salary : $130K-$160K
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Balfour Beatty
Senior Civil Estimator
Description-Senior Estimator
Become Part of Our Team
As an industry leader Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
- Vacation Time
- Sick Time
- Holidays
Salary: $130K-$160K
Summary
Balfour Beatty is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our Western Region estimating team in Long Beach, CA. This position will prepare portions of contract proposal estimates for all scopes of work on a typical civil infrastructure project (structures, roadway, underground wet utilities, earthwork, etc.), including the interpretation and takeoff of project plans and specifications to complete a full estimate of the work. The estimator will be responsible for all scopes for both traditional bid-build and alternative procurement (CMAR, CMGC and Progressive Design-Build) projects for the region estimating team.
Essential Job Functions
- Work with the entire estimating team to prepare accurate cost estimates in a timely manner.
- Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
- Prepare estimates by calculating the complete takeoff of scope of work.
- Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.
- Utilize HCSS estimating software to develop a comprehensive project estimate and ability to participate in the management of the estimate.
- Solicit material and subcontractor quotations as needed
- May review design options and recommend best solutions based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials.
- Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.
- Identify and find ways to mitigate project risks.
- Ability to provide training and mentoring to junior estimating staff.
- Participate in the preparation and review of alternative procurement proposals
Qualifications
- 10 years of estimating experience and/or related training with large highway projects is preferred.
- Experience with all scopes of a typical highway construction project and the ability to estimate or review all scopes as needed.
- A working knowledge of Caltrans standards and special provision is preferred.
- Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word/Excel) is required.
- Proficient experience with Bluebeam Revu is preferred.
- HCSS Heavy Bid experience and/or related software for pricing work is required.
- Building and managing a CPM schedule on projects is preferred.
- Strong computer and communication skills.
About us
Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.
Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).
Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.
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Phone: (214) 468-4700
Email:BBTalent@balfourbeattyus.com
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Freqently Asked Questions
Senior civil estimators often rely on specialized software like HCSS HeavyBid and Bluebeam Revu for detailed takeoffs and cost analysis. Mastery in Microsoft Excel also plays a crucial role in managing data and generating accurate estimates for multifaceted civil projects.
Experienced civil estimators analyze project plans deeply to identify potential cost and material risks early. By recommending cost-effective design alternatives and verifying supplier pricing accuracy, they help minimize unforeseen expenses and schedule delays in major highway projects.
Many civil estimators transition into chief estimator or project management roles, leveraging their expertise in cost forecasting and contract bidding. With senior experience, opportunities also arise in procurement leadership or specialized consulting in infrastructure project estimation.
Balfour Beatty supports continuous development for Senior Civil Estimators through mentoring junior staff and involvement in diverse project procurement methods. This hands-on approach facilitates skill broadening within civil infrastructure estimation and leadership capabilities.
Beyond competitive salaries, Balfour Beatty’s benefit package includes comprehensive medical plans, 401(k) matching, and paid leave, cultivating a supportive environment for senior estimators. Their focus on lean construction and zero harm® safety culture distinguishes their work experience locally.
Pico Rivera’s proximity to Los Angeles boosts demand for senior civil estimators due to ongoing infrastructure projects. While competition is notable, candidates with extensive highway construction experience and proficiency in HCSS software stand out markedly.
Familiarity with Caltrans standards and special provisions is highly valued in Southern California. Certifications related to heavy civil estimating software and scheduling, plus comprehensive understanding of regional construction codes, enhance employability significantly.
The offered salary range of $130,000 to $160,000 aligns well with senior-level civil estimation roles in the Southern California heavy civil market, balancing compensation with Balfour Beatty’s strong benefits and career development opportunities.
Balfour Beatty integrates advanced estimating technology with a strong safety ethos under their zero harm® initiative. Senior Civil Estimators here engage in alternative procurement projects, offering broader exposure than traditional bid-build roles found elsewhere.
The company’s dedication to innovation and lean processes means Senior Civil Estimators actively collaborate across teams to refine estimates and optimize project delivery, fostering a proactive work environment that values safety and efficiency.
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