Chief Estimator

Build Your Future with Monks Construction

For over 60 years, Monks Construction has been a trusted name in heavy civil construction. We take pride in delivering complex, high-impact infrastructure projects across the region.

We’re looking for dedicated professionals — from experienced experts to emerging leaders — who want to grow their careers with a company that values their contributions. At Monks, we foster a supportive, rewarding work environment where every team member plays a critical role in our shared success.

CHIEF ESTIMATOR

This position includes development, management and/or execution of all estimating activities for small to large and complex heavy civil construction projects in multiple markets including Mass Earthmoving, Residential & Commercial Development, DOT, Dams & Reservoirs, Drainage, Mining and Federal.

Relevant Industry Experience

• Minimum of 10 years in heavy civil and earthwork construction.
• Minimum of 5 years of heavy civil estimating experience with a proven track record of successful project delivery.

Proficiency in Estimating Software

• Expertise in Heavy Bid, B2W or similar estimating software with a strong understanding of its functionalities in heavy civil construction.

Other Computer and Software Experience

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam PDF.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera Scheduling software.
• Basic proficiency in digital takeoff including Agtek and Autodesk, which includes review and quality control of takeoffs performed by the estimating department.

Knowledge of Compliance Regulations

• Understanding of relevant industry standards and ability to research and understand project specifications and standards.

Alternative Bid Delivery

• History of managing alternative bid deliveries includes CMAR, CMGC & Design Build.

Subcontractor and Supplier Coordination

• Management of communications to subcontractors and suppliers during the preconstruction process. Review and comparison of quotes for completeness and determination of scope gap.

Team Management

• History of managing an estimating team.
• Scheduling of bid delivery milestones including ‘go / no-go review’, takeoff, bid submittal documentation, interim & final bid reviews and proposal submittal.

Supervisory Experience

• At least 2 years of a supervisory role in estimating overseeing preconstruction, business development, estimating and client relations.

Other Qualifications

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle fast‑paced, time‑sensitive and confidential tasks while maintaining professionalism.
• Ability to pass work history verification.
• Ability to pass and maintain pre‑employment and random drug screenings.
• Some travel will be required.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – as a 100% employee‑owned company, you share in the success you help build.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Supplemental insurance options.
• Paid time off and holidays.

Final date to receive applications:
November 28th, 2025.

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Join us and become part of a team where your work matters.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

41 CFR 60‑1.35(c)

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