Highway Engineer at BlackStar

We are hiring an experienced Civil Construction Estimator to join a leading Louisiana heavy highway contractor. This is a hands-on role for a detail-oriented professional with proven experience in heavy highway construction including concrete paving site work concrete barriers sewer water and drainage projects. Key Responsibilities Review construction documents and identify project scope using state and federal specificationsPerform accurate quantity take-offs and prepare detailed estimates for labor materials equipment subcontractors and overheadObtain and evaluate quotes from vendors and subcontractorsCollaborate with project management teams to track budgets costs and project financialsSupport bidding and procurement decisions while ensuring cost-effective project planningMaintain vendor and subcontractor databases government requirements and project resources Qualifications Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering or Construction ManagementMinimum 10 years of heavy highway construction estimation experienceProficiency with HCSS Heavy Bid Primavera P6 AutoCAD and estimating softwareStrong plan reading contract interpretation and leadership skillsField experience and strong relationships with local subcontractors and suppliersExcellent communication teamwork and problem-solving abilities Why Join Us Competitive salary $100000 - $120000 DOEDiscretionary bonus structureComprehensive benefits including medical dental vision life insurance 401(k) match and PTOCollaborative team culture with family-owned leadership About Our Client Our client is a trusted Louisiana heavy highway contractor specializing in civil construction and infrastructure projects. They have partnered with the Louisiana Department of Transportation the City of New Orleans the Sewerage and Water Board the Orleans Levee Board and Baton Rouge projects delivering high-quality work on time and on budget. Key Skills Microsoft Office,Microstation,Construction Experience,Technical Writing,CAD,Project Engineering,Project Management,Autocad,Team Management,Customer relationship management,Contracts,Experience Design Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 100000 - 120000