Heavy Civil Estimator

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Job Summary:

The Heavy Civil Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for large‑scale civil construction projects, including concrete structures, bridges, piping systems, asphalt paving, grading, and environmental construction. This role requires a deep understanding of heavy civil operations in both public and private markets, with the ability to analyze plans, specifications, and project requirements to deliver precise bids and proposals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with preconstruction and project teams to fully understand project scope, schedule, and requirements.
• Develop detailed and accurate cost estimates and quantity take‑offs for all aspects of heavy civil work, including:
• Structural and flatwork concrete
• Bridge construction
• Underground piping and utilities
• Asphalt paving and grading
• Environmental and site development projects
• Prepare bid packages, cost breakdowns, and supporting documentation for timely submission.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and geotechnical reports.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and ensure scope coverage.
• Manage change order pricing and assist with project cost control during execution.
• Attend pre‑bid meetings, site visits, and project coordination sessions with senior estimators, project managers, and field leadership.
• Maintain accurate records of estimates, proposals, and progress reports for internal and client review.
• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Short‑term disability

Summers‑Taylor, Inc., is the largest heavy and highway construction contractor in Northeast Tennessee, and has been in business since 1932. From large interstate highways to small commercial site development and homebuilding, Summers‑Taylor deals with a wide variety of types of work and employs over 750 employees from Bristol to Nashville. We value our customers and our employees, and our reputation for delivering quality work has been built for four generations of family leadership covering over nine decades.

Qualifications:

• Experience:
  
  Minimum 5–7 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction (bridges, concrete, piping, asphalt, grading, environmental).
• Technical
  
  Skills:
• Proficiency with estimating software (e.g., HCSS Heavy Bid, Bid2
  
  Win, or similar).
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, civil plans, and specifications.
• High school diploma required; degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

It is the policy of Summers‑Taylor, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company-sponsored employee activities.

Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by the company where appropriate.

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