Vice President Estimating
HCRC
Pittsburgh, PA
Vice President, Estimating – Heavy Civil / Infrastructure
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
We are seeking an executive Vice President of Estimating to lead the preconstruction and estimating function for a growing heavy civil and infrastructure construction firm. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for shaping bid strategy, managing complex pursuits, and developing a best-in-class estimating organization to support continued growth in alternative delivery and traditional projects.
What You’ll Do
Leadership & Strategy
Lead, manage, and develop a geographically dispersed estimating team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Set bid-winning strategies aligned with company objectives, market conditions, and risk tolerance.
Manage the pursuit pipeline, including go/no-go recommendations, resource planning, and regular updates to executive leadership.
Promote ongoing professional development and technology adoption across the estimating department.
Estimating & Preconstruction Excellence
Oversee all estimating activities for Bid-Build and Alternative Delivery projects, including Design-Build, CM/GC, and P3 pursuits.
Ensure the preparation and submission of accurate, high-quality estimates, proposals, and supporting documentation.
Analyze risks and opportunities during the bid phase and provide clear guidance to leadership.
Provide high-level oversight of cash flow, equipment utilization, and equipment buy/sell strategies.
Collaboration & Integration
Partner closely with Operations, Project Controls, Business Development, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to develop integrated estimates and bid schedules.
Coordinate with joint venture partners to ensure alignment on assumptions, scope, pricing, and risk allocation.
Support constructability reviews, value engineering, and estimating-related design deliverables.
Client, Surety & Risk Management
Lead client engagement during pursuits and establish the company as a trusted and knowledgeable partner.
Manage surety interactions and project insurance requirements in coordination with leadership and risk teams.
Track comprehensive bid history and performance data to support benchmarking and continuous improvement.
Process & Transition
Establish and improve standardized estimating processes, procedures, and controls.
Ensure seamless handoff of estimates, assumptions, and risk items to operations teams at project award.
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (equivalent experience considered).
10+ years in preconstruction and 5+ years in construction or operations leadership.
Proven track record leading estimates and pursuits for complex infrastructure projects exceeding $100M.
Experience with Alternative Delivery models including Design-Build, CM/GC, and P3/Concessions.
Transformational leadership style with experience building, mentoring, and retaining high-performing teams.
Deep knowledge of construction systems, pricing trends, and estimating methodologies from conceptual design through final GMP.
Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills; ability to influence at all organizational levels.
Analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize and meet aggressive deadlines.
Integrity, professionalism, discretion, and sound business judgment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and heavy civil estimating software (e.g., HCSS HeavyBid).
Adaptability and resilience to manage evolving market conditions and project complexity.
Why This Opportunity is Unique
Lead a top-tier estimating organization driving high-value infrastructure projects.
Competitive executive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid PTO, life insurance, and 401(k) with match.
Opportunity to shape strategic direction and bid strategy across a diverse portfolio of major civil and alternative delivery projects.
Work in a culture that values safety, integrity, collaboration, and delivering results.
Core Values
Work Safely: Safety is our culture.
Deliver Return: Earning a fair profit increases long-term value.
Value People: Take care of employees and they will take care of clients.
Act with Integrity: Honesty builds trust.
Provide Solutions: Better solutions yield greater satisfaction.
Apply Today
To explore this opportunity, send your resume to taylorm@hcrc.us.
For a confidential discussion, contact Taylor Maurer, Senior Managing Partner, at 828-231-1666.