- Field
- Estimating and preconstruction
- Location
- Nashville, TN
- Work model
- Onsite
- Level
- Senior
- Pay
- $120k to $135k
About the role
As our Senior Civil Estimator - you will oversee, approve & present our competitive cost estimates for all paving projects we perform.
What you would own
- Analyze drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare detailed cost estimates.
- Lead bid processes for public and private sector projects.
- Identify labor, materials, and time requirements by studying proposals and plans.
- Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes.
- Prepare bid packages and present final estimates to senior management.
- Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits when necessary.
- Provide value engineering recommendations.
- Maintain historical cost data and develop estimating templates and tools.
- Mentor junior estimators and contribute to process improvements.
What they are looking for
- 5+ years of experience as an estimator in the civil industry.
- Proven track record of estimating a range of civil projects (excavation, paving, grading, etc).
- Proficient in necessary software is preferred including Excel, Bluebeam (+ HeavyBid,, Bid-To-Win, AGTEK -preferred but not required).
- Excellent communication, client/business development and negotiation abilities.
- Sense of Urgency on submitting complete bids (on time) is absolutely essential.
Everything above is the hiring company’s own words, with the company name taken out. The name, the team, and the interview steps come with the first conversation.