Senior Estimator – Earthwork
Location: Orem, UT
Join WW Clyde – Where You Work Matters
For nearly a 100 years, WW Clyde has delivered highways, bridges, dams, airport runways, large-diameter pipelines, and mine reclamation projects across the Intermountain West. Our reputation for quality and innovation is built by employees who share our values of integrity, safety, and continuous improvement. If you excel at analyzing earthwork, mass haul, and site-balance scopes—and want to mentor the next generation of estimators—join our team in Orem.
Job Summary
The Estimator – Earthwork prepares complete bid packages for heavy-civil projects with a primary focus on mass excavation and grading. You will lead takeoffs, subcontractor outreach, and pricing..
Key Responsibilities
- Review drawings and specifications to define scope, quantities, and risk items.
- Perform detailed earthwork takeoffs (mass haul, shrink/swell, site balance).
- Build cost models in HCSS HeavyBid and maintain accurate production databases.
- Analyze material sources, haul routes, and equipment spreads (scrapers, trucks, dozers).
- Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes.
- Recommend design or means-and-methods alternatives to improve cost or constructability.
- Coordinate with operations, survey, and engineering during bid reviews.
- Mentor estimators and interns; share best practices and lessons learned.
- Support preconstruction and handoff meetings after successful bids.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 2+ years of estimating experience for heavy-civil earthwork projects.
- In-depth knowledge of mass excavation, site balancing, and material shrink/swell factors.
- Proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid; familiarity with Trimble Business Center, Bluebeam, Excel, and scheduling software.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced bid environment.
Why Work for WW Clyde?
- Competitive Pay & Bonuses
- Benefits from Day 1: Health, dental, vision, life insurance
- 401(k) Match & Profit Sharing
- Paid Holidays & PTO
- Professional Development: Training, software tools, mentorship, and career growth paths
- Legacy & Stability: Nearly a century of heavy-civil excellence with a robust backlog of work
W.W. Clyde & Co. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Profit sharing
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- How many years of earthwork estimating experience do you have?
- List up to three projects you have estimated. For each, include the scope (e.g., mass earthwork, highways, bridges) and the rough contract value.
- Here at WW Clyde we are a team first company that does not offer hybrid or remote work for this position. Do you understand this is an in person job in Orem, UT with no remote or hybrid options available?
Work Location: In person
