Estimator (Earthwork)

Estimator – Earthwork Focus Phoenix Metro · Heavy Civil Construction · Direct Hire Location: Phoenix, AZ Type: Full-time Compensation: $115,000 – $140,000 base (depending on experience) Client: Confidential Phoenix-based heavy civil contractor with a strong self-perform earthwork focus The Opportunity OpTek Partners is running a confidential search for an Estimator to join an established heavy civil contractor in the Phoenix metro. This firm self-performs a high volume of earthwork and site development work across the Valley. The ideal candidate has solid estimating experience with a clear emphasis on dirt — mass excavation, mass grading, cut/fill balancing, site prep, and related earthmoving packages. This is not a pure vertical or building estimator seat. The work is driven by dirt quantities, production rates, equipment selection, and the realities of moving material on Arizona sites. What You Will Do Prepare competitive estimates for earthwork, mass grading, excavation, and site development projects Perform detailed quantity takeoffs (cut/fill, import/export, hauling, over-excavation, etc.) Develop unit costs based on production rates, crew sizes, equipment, and local soil conditions Solicit and evaluate quotes from suppliers, trucking, and select subcontractors Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and operations on means and methods, risk, and constructability Support bid reviews, pricing strategy, and proposal development Help maintain historical cost data and production benchmarks for earthwork What They Want to See Minimum of 5 years of estimating experience with a strong earthwork / dirt background Proven ability to take off and price mass excavation, grading, and related site work Comfort with production-based estimating (equipment, operators, haul distances, soil conditions) Familiarity with Arizona soil conditions and local earthmoving practices is a plus Experience with estimating software (HCSS, Excel-based takeoff tools, or similar) Strong attention to detail and the ability to defend your numbers Clear communication with both internal teams and external partners Compensation & Benefits Base salary of $115,000 – $140,000, based on experience and strength of earthwork background Competitive benefits package typical of an established heavy civil contractor Opportunity to estimate work for a firm that self-performs the dirt rather than just managing it Employee-owned (ESOP) Why This Seat This is a chance to estimate real earthwork volume for a contractor that moves dirt as a core part of its business. If you know production rates, understand how Arizona ground actually behaves, and want to price work that gets built by the same company, this is a strong fit. Pay: $115,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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