Bridge / Structures Lead Estimator - Heavy Civil Division

Mosser Construction Inc. is seeking a Bridge / Structures Lead Estimator to lead estimating and preconstruction efforts within our Heavy Civil Division. This role focuses primarily on bridge and structural projects in the Ohio Department of Transportation, Ohio Turnpike Commission, and municipal markets.

The ideal candidate is a strategic, construction-minded estimator who understands means and methods, can assess and communicate risk, and is capable of leading complex pursuits while mentoring estimating staff and supporting long-term organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all estimating and preconstruction activities for bridge and structures projects
• Develop bid strategies including pricing, risk assessment, contingency development, and resource planning
• Provide go/no-go recommendations and strategic input to senior leadership
• Prepare accurate, competitive, and timely cost estimates and schedules
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and safety teams to ensure constructability-driven estimates
• Lead value engineering efforts focused on cost, schedule, safety, and quality
• Maintain and utilize historical cost data, productivity benchmarks, and lessons learned
• Support post-award transitions and participate in post-bid and post-project reviews
• Mentor and develop estimating personnel while supporting recruiting and succession planning

Leadership & Communication

• Demonstrate Mosser’s Core Values through daily leadership and decision-making
• Uphold and actively support Mosser’s safety culture and expectations
• Communicate clearly and effectively with executives, project teams, owners, designers, and trade partners
• Navigate differing viewpoints between estimating assumptions and operational preferences in a collaborative manner

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Business, or related field, or equivalent industry experience
• 7 - 10+ years of experience in heavy civil bridge and structures construction estimating
• Experience with ODOT, Turnpike, and municipal bridge projects strongly preferred
• Proven ability to deliver accurate, competitive estimates on schedule
• Working knowledge of P6 scheduling and HCSS HeavyBid preferred
• Experience with department-level budgeting, forecasting, and financial responsibility

Desired Attributes

• Strategic, data-driven thinker with strong constructability instincts
• Confident decision-maker comfortable working under uncertainty
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability for estimate outcomes
• Effective mentor and team leader
• Organized, proactive, and results-oriented

Why Mosser?

• Long-term stability with a strong backlog of heavy civil, bridge, and structures work
• Focus on complex, meaningful infrastructure projects that improve communities
• Leadership that values constructability, collaboration, and sound decision-making
• Opportunity to influence pursuit strategy, estimating processes, and team development
• Culture built on respect, accountability, and continuous improvement