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DOT Cost Estimator

Position: DOT Cost Estimator – Heavy Highway & Bridge Projects
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Great Falls, VA (Telework eligible)
Company: Trusted Structures LLC

Description:

Trusted Structures LLC is seeking a skilled Cost Estimator to lead estimating and bidding efforts for projects across DOT, state, and federal infrastructure scopes. This role is essential to ensuring accurate cost projections, bid package preparations and submittal.

You’ll work closely with our field foremen and executive team to build competitively priced and accurate bid packages on select Prime and Subcontract project opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Preconstruction

Develop detailed cost estimates for scopes including:
- Bridge construction and phased rehabilitation
- Concrete deck overlays, spall repairs, and parapet reconstruction
- Structural concrete and reinforcing steel installation
- Joint, bearing, and expansion system replacement
- Retaining walls, sound walls, and MSE wall construction
- Bridge drainage and incidental concrete structures
- Selective demolition of bridge components
Prepare and submit bid packages
- Familiar with VDOT CABB, PennDOT ECMS, Bid Express and SAM.gov (Federal)
Analyze drawings, specifications, and contract documents
Coordinate bid strategy, value engineering, and subcontractor pricing

Qualifications

5+ years in DOT cost estimating, bid package, and submittal, with Federal cost estimating a plus
Experience submitting bids to Federal Agencies, VDOT, and PennDOT
Strong understanding of DOT specifications, unit pricing, and concrete scope estimating
Hands-on experience with bridge repairs, including joint systems and epoxy injection methods
Proficiency in estimating software
Excellent communication, coordination, and organizational skills

Benefits:

Competitive annual salary. ($85,000–$130,000) Negotiable based on experience
Performance-based bonuses
Referral bonus program
Bi-Weekly pay cycle
Paid Time Off – Federal holidays, and sick time accrual
Paid training and certification programs
Company tech package (laptop)

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Bridge Carpenter

Position: Bridge Carpenter – Heavy Highway & Bridge Projects
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Great Falls, VA (Virginia and Pennsylvania travel required)
Company: Trusted Structures LLC

Description:

Trusted Structures LLC is seeking an experienced Bridge Carpenter to support bridge construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation projects across DOT, state, and federal infrastructure programs. Project-based assignments depending on workload, with full-time hours during active bridge operations

This position plays a critical field role supporting foremen and superintendents in executing safe, high-quality bridge carpentry work including formwork, falsework, and structural concrete operations. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience working under DOT specifications on active traffic and phased construction sites.

Key Responsibilities

Bridge Carpentry & Field Operations
Perform carpentry work on DOT bridge projects including:

Formwork and falsework for decks, barriers, parapets, and caps
Timber and steel form systems
Overhang brackets and deck overhang form installation
Pour sequencing support and concrete placement preparation
Removal and replacement of formwork for phased deck pours
Installation of bridge pedestrian rail, temporary rail, and protection systems
Assisting with joint replacement and structural concrete repairs
Support selective demolition of bridge components

Jobsite Coordination & Safety

Work closely with foremen to execute daily work plans
Comply with VDOT, PennDOT, and Federal safety standards
Follow all site-specific traffic control and work zone requirements
Maintain clean, organized, and compliant work areas
Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and layout marks

Qualifications

3+ years of experience as a carpenter on DOT bridge or heavy civil projects
Proven experience building and stripping bridge formwork
Familiarity with DOT specifications and inspection requirements
Ability to work at heights, over water, and around traffic
Experience with concrete placement support and finishing crews preferred
OSHA 10 required (OSHA 30 a plus)
Ability to work overtime, nights, and weekends when required

Benefits:

Competitive hourly wage (based on experience)
Overtime opportunities
Performance-based bonuses
Weekly pay cycle
Paid Time Off – Federal holidays and sick time accrual
Paid training and certification programs
Career advancement opportunities into Lead Carpenter or Foreman roles

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