Estimator - Heavy Civil and Dry Utilities Construction

Estimator - Dry Utilities & Heavy Civil Construction

San Antonio, TX | Relocation
Full-Time | On-Site

If you're an estimator who thrives on large, complex construction projects and wants real influence over how work is won and executed, this role is for you.
We're seeking an Estimator with proven experience in natural gas infrastructure and heavy civil construction to lead estimating efforts on high-value projects. This position plays a key role as the company expands beyond traditional municipal work into heavy industrial, water/wastewater, underground electric, fiber, and dry utilities.
You'll collaborate closely with operations and engineering leadership, shaping bids, identifying risk, and delivering smart, competitive pricing on projects $50M+.

What You'll Do

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  Lead the full estimating lifecycle for natural gas infrastructure and heavy civil projects, from takeoffs through bid submission


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  Develop accurate, competitive estimates covering labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and risk


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  Partner with project managers and engineers to confirm scope and identify value-engineering opportunities


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  Review plans, specifications, and contracts to produce detailed cost models


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  Conduct risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies


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  Stay current on labor, material, and market trends


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  Build and maintain strong subcontractor and vendor relationships


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  Support post-bid reviews and seamless handoff to project teams

What We're Looking For

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  10+ years of construction estimating experience


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  5+ years estimating projects valued at $50M+


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  5+ years in heavy civil construction (utilities, grading, roadways, DOT, municipal)


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  Strong experience with natural gas infrastructure (distribution systems, end-user infrastructure)


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  Proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, and/or Agtek


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  Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills


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  Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Why This Role

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  Work on large, complex, career-defining projects


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  Be part of a contractor expanding into new markets and project types


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  High visibility with leadership and real impact on project success


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  Relocation assistance available

Compensation & Benefits

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  Competitive salary


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  401(k) with company match


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  Medical, dental, and vision insurance


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  PTO and paid holidays

Dexian stands at the forefront of Talent + Technology solutions with a presence spanning more than 70 locations worldwide and a team exceeding 10,000 professionals. As one of the largest technology and professional staffing companies and one of the largest minority-owned staffing companies in the United States, Dexian combines over 30 years of industry expertise with cutting-edge technologies to deliver comprehensive global services and support.

Dexian connects the right talent and the right technology with the right organizations to deliver trajectory-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. To learn more, please visit .

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.