Estimating Manager

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Full Time Oak Ridge, TN, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

Over the past four decades, CTI has transformed from a modest construction testing and geotechnical engineering firm to a renowned comprehensive contractor. CTI delivers environmental, remediation, and construction services to diverse clients across the US, including Federal agencies, industrial partners, and State/Local Governments.

CTI's journey showcases its adaptability and commitment to clients' challenges. Our growth strategy is rooted in recruiting top industry talents, reflecting dedication to excellence in every endeavor. Our project execution success has led to new and expanded opportunities for CTI, building upon a strong corporate culture and values of safety, integrity, compassion, collaboration, and innovation.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the estimating team, providing direction, coaching, and performance feedback
• Review and approve estimates, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project requirements
• Develop, implement, and maintain standardized estimating processes, tools, and best practices
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, procurement, project management, and business development to gather inputs and validate assumptions
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and project scope to prepare detailed cost breakdowns
• Conduct risk assessments and identify cost drivers, contingencies, and value‑engineering opportunities
• Manage the estimating pipeline and workload to ensure on‑time delivery of proposals
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of materials, labor rates, subcontractor pricing, and industry trends
• Oversee subcontractor and vendor solicitations for pricing; build and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Support bid strategy, pricing decisions, and proposal presentations
• Track estimate accuracy and continuously improve forecasting and cost‑model performance
• Support project handoff to operations to ensure a smooth transition and alignment on budget assumptions
• Provide estimating expertise in civil, concrete, structural, and vertical construction scopes.
• Other reasonable directives, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in estimating, cost analysis, or related functions within the construction, defense, or energy sectors (preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of construction experience, including civil, concrete, structural, and vertical construction (preferred).
• Experience with DOE and DoD contracts is (required).
• Prior leadership or team‑lead experience (preferred).
• Experience preparing technical writing deliverables, including Basis of Estimate documentation, proposal narratives, and methodology statements.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem‑solving skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software such as Bluebeam, AGTEK, CAD, Plan Swift, or similar (preferred).
• Must receive a satisfactory pre‑hire drug screen and background check.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements.

• Exhibits CTI values.
• Safety and Quality First. We foster ownership and accountability for the highest level of safety and quality. We are committed to zero incidents and continually improving our performance based upon our successes,…