Chief Estimator

Who is OHLA USA ?

We are a company who believes in building a better, safer, more sustainable world for generations to come. We are committed to making a difference within our communities, who depend on the safety and reliability of the structures we build and is possible with our main asset, our people!

OHLA USA brings together the construction industry's most diverse talent who thrive in a collaborative work environment and appreciate challenges and opportunities.

The Chief Estimator will lead and manage the estimating function for OHLA USA’s Southeast Region. This role is responsible for overseeing the preparation of competitive bids and proposals for roadway, civil infrastructure, and paving projects across the region. The Chief Estimator will develop bid strategies, direct estimating teams, and ensure the delivery of accurate, timely, and competitive estimates aligned with company goals. This position works closely with leadership, project management, engineering, and procurement to maintain a strong pipeline of successful project awards.

Leadership & Department Oversight

• Lead, mentor, and manage the regional estimating team, fostering collaboration and performance excellence across the Southeast Region.
• Establish and maintain standardized estimating processes, tools, and best practices to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Allocate resources and assign estimating responsibilities based on project scope and complexity.

Estimating & Proposal Management

• Direct the preparation of detailed cost estimates for heavy civil, roadway, paving, and infrastructure projects throughout the Southeast Region.
• Oversee quantity take-offs, pricing, subcontractor/supplier outreach, and risk analysis for each bid.
• Ensure all bids meet technical, contractual, and regulatory requirements, including FDOT, county, and municipal specifications.
• Coordinate and lead bid reviews with regional and corporate leadership, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner with operations, engineering, and procurement teams to validate constructability, schedule feasibility, and resource requirements.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to secure competitive pricing.
• Represent the company at pre-bid meetings, site visits, client presentations, and industry events.

Business Development & Strategic Planning

• Collaborate with leadership to identify opportunities, prioritize pursuits, and develop winning strategies.
• Monitor competitor activity, market trends, and industry developments to maintain a competitive edge.
• Support the development of long-term estimating capabilities, tools, and training programs for the team.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 15+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction, with at least 5 years in a senior or chief estimator role.
• Demonstrated success in winning large projects.

Skills & Competencies

• Expert knowledge of estimating principles, cost control, and construction means/methods.
• Proven leadership and team management skills in a multi-office, multi-project environment.
• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., HCSS HeavyBid), Microsoft Office Suite, and P6.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication abilities.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines while managing multiple concurrent bids.

Work Environment

• Based in Miami, FL, with occasional travel to Florida offices, project sites, pre-bid meetings, and industry events.
• Office-based leadership role with significant collaboration across regional teams.

Additional Benefits offered by OHLA USA:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of employment
• Personal Time Off Program (PTO)
• Engaging work environment
• And much more!!

To learn more about OHLA USA, visit our website www.ohla-usa.com

OHLA ADA Message: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will require the ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; Employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud noise.

OHLA EEO Message: OHLA USA and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

OHLA USA and its subsidiaries (“OHLA”) shall not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to OHLA or an employee of OHLA, by mail, electronically, or otherwise will be considered OHLA property. OHLA will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. OHLA will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred to by the Agency free of any charges or fees. OHLA Human Resources is the only authorized representative of OHLA to execute any agreements with search firms or staffing agencies. As a condition for payment, a Vendor shall have OHLA USA Inc.’s Personnel Agreement and a Job Order signed by an authorized OHLA HR representative. Verbal or written communications from any employee of OHLA and its subsidiaries shall not be considered binding obligations. All resumes, whether unsolicited or solicited, shall be the property of OHLA . VEVRAA Federal Contractor