Heavy Civil Estimator

Job Description

“*About Dabri*
Dabri, Inc. is a professional program management, infrastructure engineering, and construction management consulting firm, serving Northern and Southern California since 2001. We specialize in project management, engineering, construction management, cost estimating, scheduling, QA/QC, project controls, and change management across a wide range of sectors, including transportation, infrastructure, water/wastewater, aviation, education, healthcare, and public facilities.

*Position Overview*
Dabri, Inc. is seeking a skilled, motivated, and locally experienced *Heavy Civil Estimator* to support our team on an *on-call basis*. This is a *remote-based position*, but *in-person attendance* at meetings in the *San Francisco Bay Area* will be required as needed. The ideal candidate will have a *minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in heavy civil construction estimating* and should be confident working across multiple disciplines including *civil, mechanical, and electrical*.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a variety of public infrastructure projects while supporting and mentoring junior estimators.

*Job Description*
* Prepare detailed *quantity take-offs* and cost estimates for heavy civil infrastructure projects.
* Analyze drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare *accurate and complete cost estimates* for bidding or budgeting purposes.
* Develop *construction cost control tools* including labor, material, and equipment pricing breakdowns.
* Participate in *cost analysis, risk assessments, and value engineering* exercises.
* Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other estimators to support the development of competitive bids and budgets.
* Attend and actively contribute to *in-person meetings* with clients and stakeholders in the Bay Area.
* Communicate cost assumptions and estimate breakdowns effectively to internal teams and clients, both *verbally and through clear presentations*.
* Mentor and *train junior estimators*, providing oversight and guidance to build team capabilities.
* Maintain current knowledge of market pricing trends, labor rates, and material costs across disciplines.
* Support preparation of *change order estimates* and review of contractor pricing.
* Ensure all work complies with company procedures, safety standards, and client requirements.

*Minimum Requirements:*
* Minimum *3 years of local (CA) experience* in *heavy civil estimating*; experience across civil, underground utility, pump stations, dams, structure concrete, mechanical, and electrical scopes is strongly preferred.
* Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering.
* Proficiency in *quantity take-off software* (such as Bluebeam) and *estimating platforms*.
* Strong understanding and experience of *public works and infrastructure construction*, particularly within California.
* Excellent communication and *presentation skills*—ability to explain complex estimate components to both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, remote environment.
* Strong organization skills, attention to detail, and the ability to deliver high-quality work on time.

If you meet the above experience requirement, we would like to talk with you. Please submit your detailed resume, sample work, three references, and a sample of work with expected salary.

The candidate must have either a green card or a permit to work (US Citizen). *No visa sponsorship is available.*

*No relocation assistance is allowed.*

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $80,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):
* Are you authorized to work in the US (without sponsorship)?

Education:
* Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:
* Heavy Civil Estimating: 3 years (Required)
* public works and infrastructure construction: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person”