Junior Estimator

Job description

Junior Estimator Department: Operations: Employment Type: Full Time: Location: Fort Worth, TX: Compensation: $60,000 - $70,000 / year Description: The Junior Estimator supports the estimating function for a heavy civil contractor by owning defined pre-bid and budget-support activities while assisting senior estimators with bid preparation. The Junior Estimator focuses on compliance, documentation, and controlled estimating tasks, enabling senior estimators to concentrate on pricing strategy, risk, and final bid decisions. Key Responsibilities: Core Responsibilities: · Prepare, track, and submit required pre-bid compliance documents for public and private heavy civil bids · Ensure all bid packages meet owner, agency, and procurement requirements prior to submission · Maintain organized and auditable pre-bid records for each opportunity · Own the pre-bid package from release through handoff to senior estimators · Assemble bid documents including plans, specifications, addenda, and solicitation requirements · Track bid calendars, deadlines, addenda, and pre-bid questions · Coordinate internal distribution of bid documents to estimators and stakeholders · Prepare IDIQ budget estimates...