Sr. Estimator - Heavy Civil Construction

Senior Estimator | Heavy Civil Construction

Chattanooga, TN Area

$150,000 - $190,000+ (Based on Experience)

Join a growing heavy civil contractor with a strong backlog of infrastructure work throughout the region.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced estimator who wants to take the lead on major pursuits while working closely with executive leadership, operations, and project teams on complex infrastructure projects.

• DOT Highway & Transportation Projects
• Bridge & Structural Work
• Mass Earthwork & Site Construction
• Underground Utility Projects
• Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
• Industrial Construction
• Federal & USACE Projects
• Design-Build Opportunities

• Lead estimates from early budgeting through final bid submission
• Review plans, specifications, contracts, and geotechnical reports
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and pricing analysis
• Build labor, equipment, material, and production cost estimates
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals
• Identify project risks, assumptions, and opportunities
• Assist with value engineering and alternative construction methods
• Attend site visits, pre-bid meetings, and client discussions
• Develop bid packages and management presentations
• Work collaboratively with Operations, Engineering, and Project Management teams
• Support and mentor junior estimating personnel

• Experience estimating heavy civil construction projects
• Proven success estimating projects valued at $10M+

Strong knowledge of:

• Earthwork & Excavation
• Bridge & Structural Construction
• Concrete Operations
• Underground Utilities
• Highway & Transportation Work
• Industrial Construction

• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Experience with one or more of the following:

• HCSS Heavy Bid
• B2W Estimate
• In Eight
• AGTEK
• Bluebeam Revu
• Microsoft Excel

• DOT transportation projects
• Design-Build delivery methods
• USACE and Federal contracts
• Industrial facility construction
• Water and wastewater infrastructure projects
• Bridge and structural construction experience

• Competitive base salary and bonus potential
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Clear advancement path within the organization
• Long-term project pipeline and backlog stability
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected contractor offering challenging projects, long-term stability, and significant career growth potential.