GeoStabilization International (GSI), Access Limited, and RoadGuard together form a leading infrastructure solutions platform dedicated to protecting people and strengthening critical infrastructure across North America and New Zealand. GSI is the premier geohazard mitigation firm specializing in emergency slope stabilization, landslide repair, grouting, and micropiles through innovative design-build delivery. Access Limited brings over a century of steep-slope expertise and operates North America's largest fleet of spider excavators, delivering complex rockfall and geotechnical solutions in the most challenging environments. RoadGuard, founded in 2024, unites industry-leading roadway safety companies providing guardrail, bridge railing, highway signage, fencing, and specialty fabrication services. Across all our businesses, we are driven by innovation, extreme ownership, technical excellence, and a relentless commitment to measurable results that improve safety and infrastructure resilience. We are seeking a Senior Estimating Manager for our RoadGuard division who brings the judgment, and leadership capacity to elevate the competitiveness and precision of our preconstruction function across guardrail, highway signage and structures, and commercial/industrial fencing divisions. This is a role for a strategic, analytical, and elite problem solver who can build a high-performance estimating team while personally shaping the way we model cost, manage risk, and price for profitable growth. A successful Senior Estimating Manager at RoadGuard is not simply a technical estimator, they are leaders capable of supporting business development, influencing division strategy, and enabling field operations to execute at a high margin. Benefits Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled Mental health benefits 401(k) plan to help save for your future including company match In addition to 7 observed holidays, salaried team members have flexible paid time off Paid parental leave Responsibilities Leadership & Strategic Impact Build, lead, and develop a high-density estimating team with strong expectations around accuracy, speed, and operational partnership. Establish standardized estimating processes, cost models, and submission templates that improve repeatability and scalability across divisions. Partner with executive leadership on market positioning, pricing strategy, and targeted pursuit guidance. Analyze historical performance data to improve cost forecasting, competitive strategy, and win rates Estimating Excellence & Bid Strategy Oversee the review of bid invitations, specs, an d drawings to determine true scope, schedule n eeds, risks, and value opportunities. Lead and personally contribute to detailed cost estimates across labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor scopes for guardrail, signage, and fencing projects. Drive rigorous takeoff processes, ensuring precision and clarity in quantity and risk interpretation. Manage bid calendars, ensuring zero misses, high-quality submissions, and clear competitive positioning. Conduct bid reviews, lead clarifications, and represent the company in negotiations with DOTs, public agencies, GCs, and owners Cross-Functional Collaboration Ensure seamless handoff to Project Manag ers and Operations with accurate scopes, schedules, and assumptions. Partner tig htly with engineering, operations, and field leadership to chal lenge assumptions, identify value engineering opportunities, and increase constructability. Build and maintain strong relationships w ith sup pl iers, subcontractors, and agencies to improve pricing intelligence and early visibility into market changes. Represent the company confidently in pre-bid meetings, industry events, and site walks. Financial & Operational Insight Own the development, maintenance, and accuracy of internal cost databases, production rates, and unit pricing. Track cost trends and provide an alysis to operati ons and finance to support smarter pricing and execution strategies. Oversee prequalification submissions and ensure compliance with all DOT and public works procurement requirements. What Great Looks Like: w e are not looking for someone who can just "run the estimating department," we are looking for someone who can transform it. Candidates who thrive in this role consisten tly demonstrate : High cognitive agility and exceptional analytical judgment. Ability to model cost drivers with precision and explain them in a way operators trust and act on. Evidence of past success influencing bid strategy and driving measurable improvements in win rates, pricing discipline, or margin uplift. A leadership style that combines clarity, decisiveness, and a bias for speed while maintaining rigor. Strong resilience: someone who stays calm when deadlines compress , drawings change, or pricing shifts. The ability to lead through ambiguity and innovate under constraints. Required Qualifications 10+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction or specialties such as guardrail, structural signage, or industrial fencing. Proven success leading or managing an estimating function. Deep fluency in DOT specifications, public works bidding, and government contract structures. Proficiency with estimating tools (HCSS HeavyBid , Bluebeam, OST, Excel). Strong analytical strength, communication clarity, and negotiation ability. Extreme attention to detail, organizational discipline, and reliability. Preferred Attributes Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience. Experience with design-build, alternative delivery, or negotiated work. Familiarity with steel structures, concrete, and fabrication. Ability to see constructability issues early and identify cost or schedule risks. A strategic thinker who elevates team performance and enhances market competitiveness. Travel Requirements Approximately 10% company-sponsored travel within the region, including site visits on uneven terrain. GeoStabilization International, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This role will be in-office. Employees will be expected to work in the Folsom, NJ office 5 days per week. The expected base pay range for this position in the Folsom, NJ area is $132,000.00 - $185,000.00. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Range is not inclusive of potential bonus or benefits. US pay range for this role. $132,000 - $185,000 USD Soil Nail Holdings and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
07/27/2026
Full time
GeoStabilization International (GSI), Access Limited, and RoadGuard together form a leading infrastructure solutions platform dedicated to protecting people and strengthening critical infrastructure across North America and New Zealand. GSI is the premier geohazard mitigation firm specializing in emergency slope stabilization, landslide repair, grouting, and micropiles through innovative design-build delivery. Access Limited brings over a century of steep-slope expertise and operates North America's largest fleet of spider excavators, delivering complex rockfall and geotechnical solutions in the most challenging environments. RoadGuard, founded in 2024, unites industry-leading roadway safety companies providing guardrail, bridge railing, highway signage, fencing, and specialty fabrication services. Across all our businesses, we are driven by innovation, extreme ownership, technical excellence, and a relentless commitment to measurable results that improve safety and infrastructure resilience. We are seeking a Senior Estimating Manager for our RoadGuard division who brings the judgment, and leadership capacity to elevate the competitiveness and precision of our preconstruction function across guardrail, highway signage and structures, and commercial/industrial fencing divisions. This is a role for a strategic, analytical, and elite problem solver who can build a high-performance estimating team while personally shaping the way we model cost, manage risk, and price for profitable growth. A successful Senior Estimating Manager at RoadGuard is not simply a technical estimator, they are leaders capable of supporting business development, influencing division strategy, and enabling field operations to execute at a high margin. Benefits Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled Mental health benefits 401(k) plan to help save for your future including company match In addition to 7 observed holidays, salaried team members have flexible paid time off Paid parental leave Responsibilities Leadership & Strategic Impact Build, lead, and develop a high-density estimating team with strong expectations around accuracy, speed, and operational partnership. Establish standardized estimating processes, cost models, and submission templates that improve repeatability and scalability across divisions. Partner with executive leadership on market positioning, pricing strategy, and targeted pursuit guidance. Analyze historical performance data to improve cost forecasting, competitive strategy, and win rates Estimating Excellence & Bid Strategy Oversee the review of bid invitations, specs, an d drawings to determine true scope, schedule n eeds, risks, and value opportunities. Lead and personally contribute to detailed cost estimates across labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor scopes for guardrail, signage, and fencing projects. Drive rigorous takeoff processes, ensuring precision and clarity in quantity and risk interpretation. Manage bid calendars, ensuring zero misses, high-quality submissions, and clear competitive positioning. Conduct bid reviews, lead clarifications, and represent the company in negotiations with DOTs, public agencies, GCs, and owners Cross-Functional Collaboration Ensure seamless handoff to Project Manag ers and Operations with accurate scopes, schedules, and assumptions. Partner tig htly with engineering, operations, and field leadership to chal lenge assumptions, identify value engineering opportunities, and increase constructability. Build and maintain strong relationships w ith sup pl iers, subcontractors, and agencies to improve pricing intelligence and early visibility into market changes. Represent the company confidently in pre-bid meetings, industry events, and site walks. Financial & Operational Insight Own the development, maintenance, and accuracy of internal cost databases, production rates, and unit pricing. Track cost trends and provide an alysis to operati ons and finance to support smarter pricing and execution strategies. Oversee prequalification submissions and ensure compliance with all DOT and public works procurement requirements. What Great Looks Like: w e are not looking for someone who can just "run the estimating department," we are looking for someone who can transform it. Candidates who thrive in this role consisten tly demonstrate : High cognitive agility and exceptional analytical judgment. Ability to model cost drivers with precision and explain them in a way operators trust and act on. Evidence of past success influencing bid strategy and driving measurable improvements in win rates, pricing discipline, or margin uplift. A leadership style that combines clarity, decisiveness, and a bias for speed while maintaining rigor. Strong resilience: someone who stays calm when deadlines compress , drawings change, or pricing shifts. The ability to lead through ambiguity and innovate under constraints. Required Qualifications 10+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction or specialties such as guardrail, structural signage, or industrial fencing. Proven success leading or managing an estimating function. Deep fluency in DOT specifications, public works bidding, and government contract structures. Proficiency with estimating tools (HCSS HeavyBid , Bluebeam, OST, Excel). Strong analytical strength, communication clarity, and negotiation ability. Extreme attention to detail, organizational discipline, and reliability. Preferred Attributes Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience. Experience with design-build, alternative delivery, or negotiated work. Familiarity with steel structures, concrete, and fabrication. Ability to see constructability issues early and identify cost or schedule risks. A strategic thinker who elevates team performance and enhances market competitiveness. Travel Requirements Approximately 10% company-sponsored travel within the region, including site visits on uneven terrain. GeoStabilization International, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This role will be in-office. Employees will be expected to work in the Folsom, NJ office 5 days per week. The expected base pay range for this position in the Folsom, NJ area is $132,000.00 - $185,000.00. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Range is not inclusive of potential bonus or benefits. US pay range for this role. $132,000 - $185,000 USD Soil Nail Holdings and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
GeoStabilization International (GSI), Access Limited, and RoadGuard together form a leading infrastructure solutions platform dedicated to protecting people and strengthening critical infrastructure across North America and New Zealand. GSI is the premier geohazard mitigation firm specializing in emergency slope stabilization, landslide repair, grouting, and micropiles through innovative design-build delivery. Access Limited brings over a century of steep-slope expertise and operates North America's largest fleet of spider excavators, delivering complex rockfall and geotechnical solutions in the most challenging environments. RoadGuard, founded in 2024, unites industry-leading roadway safety companies providing guardrail, bridge railing, highway signage, fencing, and specialty fabrication services. Across all our businesses, we are driven by innovation, extreme ownership, technical excellence, and a relentless commitment to measurable results that improve safety and infrastructure resilience. Estimator II GeoStabilization International - Westminster, CO (Denver HQ) - Estimating & Design Location: Westminster, CO (GSI Headquarters, Denver metro) Department: Estimating & Design Compensation: $99,000 - $126,000 USD Travel: Approximately 15-25% regionally for site visits and client meetings We're hiring an Estimator II to prepare detailed, accurate cost estimates for GSI's heavy civil and geohazard mitigation projects - earthwork, formwork, reinforced concrete, shotcrete, drainage, foundations, and retaining structures - from schematic design through final construction documents. You'll own assigned trades and portions of preconstruction projects end-to-end, working closely with Operations, Superintendents, and the broader estimating team. This is a mid-level estimating role: you'll take full ownership of the estimates assigned to you, from takeoff through final pricing, while supporting more senior estimators on larger or more complex pursuits. Responsibilities Review drawings and specifications from contract documents (RFPs, specs) to determine quantities and calculate pricing. Communicate with subcontractors and suppliers to solicit and obtain pricing for projects. Communicate with owners to clarify scope of work for assigned projects through the RFQ process and interfacing with Project Development Engineers, as well as with clients. Determine material quantities across various scopes of work such as soil nail walls, anchored tieback systems, pinned mesh slope stabilization systems, micropiles, and other geohazard mitigation-related service lines. Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits to assess site conditions, conduct time-studies, or to gather operational data points for future estimates as needed. Solicit and review subcontractor bids for completeness, scope, and pricing. Review drawings and specifications to identify risk factors early in the pre-construction process, as well as through interfacing with Operations, Project Management, Procurement, and Executive personnel where necessary in the project lifecycle. Communicate with team members regarding scope, pricing, and construction details. Perform detailed takeoffs for self-performed work and price assigned trades. Provide complete estimates on assigned trades. Apply best-practice estimating principles from highly-conceptual Rough-Order-of-Magnitude (ROM) estimates through to detailed, construction-ready project proposals. Participate in presentations to owners, regulatory/oversight authorities, and/or other stakeholders as needed. Support subcontractor and supplier buyout for assigned trades. Identify opportunities to improve project cost or efficiency and share suggestions with the team. Required Qualifications 5+ years of construction estimating experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with subcontractors, owners, and team members. Working knowledge of heavy civil construction, including earthwork, formwork, reinforced concrete, shotcrete, drainage, foundations, and retaining structures. Familiarity with construction management, architecture, or engineering. Working knowledge of the trades involved in estimating and constructing heavy civil infrastructure, including how scopes of work fit together. Ability to create and deliver presentations. Ability to work additional hours as needed to meet project deadlines. Valid driver's license. Working knowledge of MS Office and Excel. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of the construction drilling industry. Experience with estimating software (B2W preferred; HCSS HeavyBid, Bluebeam, or Excel also useful). Physical Demands & Work Environment Ability to conduct site visits on uneven, sloped, or remote terrain. Combination of office-based estimating work and field site assessments. Approximately 15-25% travel within the region for site visits and client meetings. Workplace Expectations Exercise honesty, integrity, and respect with all clients and co-workers. Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, with a positive attitude. Communicate effectively with co-workers and clients. Work with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail. Maintain good attendance and work safely in compliance with all safety policies. Respect the work environment and keep it as neat and clean as possible. Exercise initiative to learn new skills and help co-workers when possible. Benefits Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled. Mental health benefits. 401(k) plan to help save for your future, including company match. In addition to 7 observed holidays, salaried team members have flexible paid time off. Paid parental leave. About GSI GeoStabilization International (GSI) is the premier geohazard mitigation firm in North America, specializing in emergency slope stabilization, landslide repair, grouting, and micropiles delivered through our design-build and design-build-warranty model. GSI's affiliates include Access Limited, which operates North America's largest fleet of spider excavators for steep-slope and rockfall work, and RoadGuard, which provides guardrail, bridge railing, highway signage, and fencing solutions for roadway safety. Equal Opportunity Employer GeoStabilization International, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. US pay range for this role. $99,000 - $126,000 USD Soil Nail Holdings and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
07/27/2026
Full time
GeoStabilization International (GSI), Access Limited, and RoadGuard together form a leading infrastructure solutions platform dedicated to protecting people and strengthening critical infrastructure across North America and New Zealand. GSI is the premier geohazard mitigation firm specializing in emergency slope stabilization, landslide repair, grouting, and micropiles through innovative design-build delivery. Access Limited brings over a century of steep-slope expertise and operates North America's largest fleet of spider excavators, delivering complex rockfall and geotechnical solutions in the most challenging environments. RoadGuard, founded in 2024, unites industry-leading roadway safety companies providing guardrail, bridge railing, highway signage, fencing, and specialty fabrication services. Across all our businesses, we are driven by innovation, extreme ownership, technical excellence, and a relentless commitment to measurable results that improve safety and infrastructure resilience. Estimator II GeoStabilization International - Westminster, CO (Denver HQ) - Estimating & Design Location: Westminster, CO (GSI Headquarters, Denver metro) Department: Estimating & Design Compensation: $99,000 - $126,000 USD Travel: Approximately 15-25% regionally for site visits and client meetings We're hiring an Estimator II to prepare detailed, accurate cost estimates for GSI's heavy civil and geohazard mitigation projects - earthwork, formwork, reinforced concrete, shotcrete, drainage, foundations, and retaining structures - from schematic design through final construction documents. You'll own assigned trades and portions of preconstruction projects end-to-end, working closely with Operations, Superintendents, and the broader estimating team. This is a mid-level estimating role: you'll take full ownership of the estimates assigned to you, from takeoff through final pricing, while supporting more senior estimators on larger or more complex pursuits. Responsibilities Review drawings and specifications from contract documents (RFPs, specs) to determine quantities and calculate pricing. Communicate with subcontractors and suppliers to solicit and obtain pricing for projects. Communicate with owners to clarify scope of work for assigned projects through the RFQ process and interfacing with Project Development Engineers, as well as with clients. Determine material quantities across various scopes of work such as soil nail walls, anchored tieback systems, pinned mesh slope stabilization systems, micropiles, and other geohazard mitigation-related service lines. Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits to assess site conditions, conduct time-studies, or to gather operational data points for future estimates as needed. Solicit and review subcontractor bids for completeness, scope, and pricing. Review drawings and specifications to identify risk factors early in the pre-construction process, as well as through interfacing with Operations, Project Management, Procurement, and Executive personnel where necessary in the project lifecycle. Communicate with team members regarding scope, pricing, and construction details. Perform detailed takeoffs for self-performed work and price assigned trades. Provide complete estimates on assigned trades. Apply best-practice estimating principles from highly-conceptual Rough-Order-of-Magnitude (ROM) estimates through to detailed, construction-ready project proposals. Participate in presentations to owners, regulatory/oversight authorities, and/or other stakeholders as needed. Support subcontractor and supplier buyout for assigned trades. Identify opportunities to improve project cost or efficiency and share suggestions with the team. Required Qualifications 5+ years of construction estimating experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with subcontractors, owners, and team members. Working knowledge of heavy civil construction, including earthwork, formwork, reinforced concrete, shotcrete, drainage, foundations, and retaining structures. Familiarity with construction management, architecture, or engineering. Working knowledge of the trades involved in estimating and constructing heavy civil infrastructure, including how scopes of work fit together. Ability to create and deliver presentations. Ability to work additional hours as needed to meet project deadlines. Valid driver's license. Working knowledge of MS Office and Excel. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of the construction drilling industry. Experience with estimating software (B2W preferred; HCSS HeavyBid, Bluebeam, or Excel also useful). Physical Demands & Work Environment Ability to conduct site visits on uneven, sloped, or remote terrain. Combination of office-based estimating work and field site assessments. Approximately 15-25% travel within the region for site visits and client meetings. Workplace Expectations Exercise honesty, integrity, and respect with all clients and co-workers. Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, with a positive attitude. Communicate effectively with co-workers and clients. Work with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail. Maintain good attendance and work safely in compliance with all safety policies. Respect the work environment and keep it as neat and clean as possible. Exercise initiative to learn new skills and help co-workers when possible. Benefits Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled. Mental health benefits. 401(k) plan to help save for your future, including company match. In addition to 7 observed holidays, salaried team members have flexible paid time off. Paid parental leave. About GSI GeoStabilization International (GSI) is the premier geohazard mitigation firm in North America, specializing in emergency slope stabilization, landslide repair, grouting, and micropiles delivered through our design-build and design-build-warranty model. GSI's affiliates include Access Limited, which operates North America's largest fleet of spider excavators for steep-slope and rockfall work, and RoadGuard, which provides guardrail, bridge railing, highway signage, and fencing solutions for roadway safety. Equal Opportunity Employer GeoStabilization International, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. US pay range for this role. $99,000 - $126,000 USD Soil Nail Holdings and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
GeoStabilization International
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
GeoStabilization International (GSI), Access Limited, and RoadGuard together form a leading infrastructure solutions platform dedicated to protecting people and strengthening critical infrastructure across North America and New Zealand. GSI is the premier geohazard mitigation firm specializing in emergency slope stabilization, landslide repair, grouting, and micropiles through innovative design-build delivery. Access Limited brings over a century of steep-slope expertise and operates North America's largest fleet of spider excavators, delivering complex rockfall and geotechnical solutions in the most challenging environments. RoadGuard, founded in 2024, unites industry-leading roadway safety companies providing guardrail, bridge railing, highway signage, fencing, and specialty fabrication services. Across all our businesses, we are driven by innovation, extreme ownership, technical excellence, and a relentless commitment to measurable results that improve safety and infrastructure resilience. We are seeking a Senior Estimating Manager for our RoadGuard division who brings the judgment, and leadership capacity to elevate the competitiveness and precision of our preconstruction function across guardrail, highway signage and structures, and commercial/industrial fencing divisions. This is a role for a strategic, analytical, and elite problem solver who can build a high-performance estimating team while personally shaping the way we model cost, manage risk, and price for profitable growth. A successful Senior Estimating Manager at RoadGuard is not simply a technical estimator, they are leaders capable of supporting business development, influencing division strategy, and enabling field operations to execute at a high margin. Benefits Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled Mental health benefits 401(k) plan to help save for your future including company match In addition to 7 observed holidays, salaried team members have flexible paid time off Paid parental leave Responsibilities Leadership & Strategic Impact Build, lead, and develop a high-density estimating team with strong expectations around accuracy, speed, and operational partnership. Establish standardized estimating processes, cost models, and submission templates that improve repeatability and scalability across divisions. Partner with executive leadership on market positioning, pricing strategy, and targeted pursuit guidance. Analyze historical performance data to improve cost forecasting, competitive strategy, and win rates Estimating Excellence & Bid Strategy Oversee the review of bid invitations, specs, an d drawings to determine true scope, schedule n eeds, risks, and value opportunities. Lead and personally contribute to detailed cost estimates across labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor scopes for guardrail, signage, and fencing projects. Drive rigorous takeoff processes, ensuring precision and clarity in quantity and risk interpretation. Manage bid calendars, ensuring zero misses, high-quality submissions, and clear competitive positioning. Conduct bid reviews, lead clarifications, and represent the company in negotiations with DOTs, public agencies, GCs, and owners Cross-Functional Collaboration Ensure seamless handoff to Project Manag ers and Operations with accurate scopes, schedules, and assumptions. Partner tig htly with engineering, operations, and field leadership to chal lenge assumptions, identify value engineering opportunities, and increase constructability. Build and maintain strong relationships w ith sup pl iers, subcontractors, and agencies to improve pricing intelligence and early visibility into market changes. Represent the company confidently in pre-bid meetings, industry events, and site walks. Financial & Operational Insight Own the development, maintenance, and accuracy of internal cost databases, production rates, and unit pricing. Track cost trends and provide an alysis to operati ons and finance to support smarter pricing and execution strategies. Oversee prequalification submissions and ensure compliance with all DOT and public works procurement requirements. What Great Looks Like: w e are not looking for someone who can just "run the estimating department," we are looking for someone who can transform it. Candidates who thrive in this role consisten tly demonstrate : High cognitive agility and exceptional analytical judgment. Ability to model cost drivers with precision and explain them in a way operators trust and act on. Evidence of past success influencing bid strategy and driving measurable improvements in win rates, pricing discipline, or margin uplift. A leadership style that combines clarity, decisiveness, and a bias for speed while maintaining rigor. Strong resilience: someone who stays calm when deadlines compress , drawings change, or pricing shifts. The ability to lead through ambiguity and innovate under constraints. Required Qualifications 10+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction or specialties such as guardrail, structural signage, or industrial fencing. Proven success leading or managing an estimating function. Deep fluency in DOT specifications, public works bidding, and government contract structures. Proficiency with estimating tools (HCSS HeavyBid , Bluebeam, OST, Excel). Strong analytical strength, communication clarity, and negotiation ability. Extreme attention to detail, organizational discipline, and reliability. Preferred Attributes Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience. Experience with design-build, alternative delivery, or negotiated work. Familiarity with steel structures, concrete, and fabrication. Ability to see constructability issues early and identify cost or schedule risks. A strategic thinker who elevates team performance and enhances market competitiveness. Travel Requirements Approximately 10% company-sponsored travel within the region, including site visits on uneven terrain. GeoStabilization International, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This role will be in-office. Employees will be expected to work in the Folsom, NJ office 5 days per week. The expected base pay range for this position in the Folsom, NJ area is $132,000.00 - $185,000.00. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Range is not inclusive of potential bonus or benefits. US pay range for this role. $132,000 - $185,000 USD Soil Nail Holdings and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
07/27/2026
Full time
GeoStabilization International (GSI), Access Limited, and RoadGuard together form a leading infrastructure solutions platform dedicated to protecting people and strengthening critical infrastructure across North America and New Zealand. GSI is the premier geohazard mitigation firm specializing in emergency slope stabilization, landslide repair, grouting, and micropiles through innovative design-build delivery. Access Limited brings over a century of steep-slope expertise and operates North America's largest fleet of spider excavators, delivering complex rockfall and geotechnical solutions in the most challenging environments. RoadGuard, founded in 2024, unites industry-leading roadway safety companies providing guardrail, bridge railing, highway signage, fencing, and specialty fabrication services. Across all our businesses, we are driven by innovation, extreme ownership, technical excellence, and a relentless commitment to measurable results that improve safety and infrastructure resilience. We are seeking a Senior Estimating Manager for our RoadGuard division who brings the judgment, and leadership capacity to elevate the competitiveness and precision of our preconstruction function across guardrail, highway signage and structures, and commercial/industrial fencing divisions. This is a role for a strategic, analytical, and elite problem solver who can build a high-performance estimating team while personally shaping the way we model cost, manage risk, and price for profitable growth. A successful Senior Estimating Manager at RoadGuard is not simply a technical estimator, they are leaders capable of supporting business development, influencing division strategy, and enabling field operations to execute at a high margin. Benefits Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled Mental health benefits 401(k) plan to help save for your future including company match In addition to 7 observed holidays, salaried team members have flexible paid time off Paid parental leave Responsibilities Leadership & Strategic Impact Build, lead, and develop a high-density estimating team with strong expectations around accuracy, speed, and operational partnership. Establish standardized estimating processes, cost models, and submission templates that improve repeatability and scalability across divisions. Partner with executive leadership on market positioning, pricing strategy, and targeted pursuit guidance. Analyze historical performance data to improve cost forecasting, competitive strategy, and win rates Estimating Excellence & Bid Strategy Oversee the review of bid invitations, specs, an d drawings to determine true scope, schedule n eeds, risks, and value opportunities. Lead and personally contribute to detailed cost estimates across labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor scopes for guardrail, signage, and fencing projects. Drive rigorous takeoff processes, ensuring precision and clarity in quantity and risk interpretation. Manage bid calendars, ensuring zero misses, high-quality submissions, and clear competitive positioning. Conduct bid reviews, lead clarifications, and represent the company in negotiations with DOTs, public agencies, GCs, and owners Cross-Functional Collaboration Ensure seamless handoff to Project Manag ers and Operations with accurate scopes, schedules, and assumptions. Partner tig htly with engineering, operations, and field leadership to chal lenge assumptions, identify value engineering opportunities, and increase constructability. Build and maintain strong relationships w ith sup pl iers, subcontractors, and agencies to improve pricing intelligence and early visibility into market changes. Represent the company confidently in pre-bid meetings, industry events, and site walks. Financial & Operational Insight Own the development, maintenance, and accuracy of internal cost databases, production rates, and unit pricing. Track cost trends and provide an alysis to operati ons and finance to support smarter pricing and execution strategies. Oversee prequalification submissions and ensure compliance with all DOT and public works procurement requirements. What Great Looks Like: w e are not looking for someone who can just "run the estimating department," we are looking for someone who can transform it. Candidates who thrive in this role consisten tly demonstrate : High cognitive agility and exceptional analytical judgment. Ability to model cost drivers with precision and explain them in a way operators trust and act on. Evidence of past success influencing bid strategy and driving measurable improvements in win rates, pricing discipline, or margin uplift. A leadership style that combines clarity, decisiveness, and a bias for speed while maintaining rigor. Strong resilience: someone who stays calm when deadlines compress , drawings change, or pricing shifts. The ability to lead through ambiguity and innovate under constraints. Required Qualifications 10+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction or specialties such as guardrail, structural signage, or industrial fencing. Proven success leading or managing an estimating function. Deep fluency in DOT specifications, public works bidding, and government contract structures. Proficiency with estimating tools (HCSS HeavyBid , Bluebeam, OST, Excel). Strong analytical strength, communication clarity, and negotiation ability. Extreme attention to detail, organizational discipline, and reliability. Preferred Attributes Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience. Experience with design-build, alternative delivery, or negotiated work. Familiarity with steel structures, concrete, and fabrication. Ability to see constructability issues early and identify cost or schedule risks. A strategic thinker who elevates team performance and enhances market competitiveness. Travel Requirements Approximately 10% company-sponsored travel within the region, including site visits on uneven terrain. GeoStabilization International, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This role will be in-office. Employees will be expected to work in the Folsom, NJ office 5 days per week. The expected base pay range for this position in the Folsom, NJ area is $132,000.00 - $185,000.00. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Range is not inclusive of potential bonus or benefits. US pay range for this role. $132,000 - $185,000 USD Soil Nail Holdings and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.