Senior Project Estimator; Heavy Civil

Job Overview

This role is situated within our Heavy Civil Division, which provides turn‑key management for all construction phases – serving our internal operating divisions (Plant, Pipe, Trenchless) and external clients. As a high‑visibility position, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of complex, multi‑million‑dollar hard bids.

You will lead the pre‑construction process from initial takeoff through to a comprehensive top‑to‑bottom breakdown and formal presentation to executive leadership, including the Director of Heavy Civil, VP of Plant/Heavy Civil, and the CEO/President.

• Deep foundations and deep excavation
• Complex underground utilities and shoring
• Water/Wastewater treatment plants and pump stations
• Multi‑level underground and elevated structures

• Pre‑construction Vision:
  Proven ability to manage the full pre‑construction lifecycle, “building the job” from scratch with a focus on project‑specific logistics and execution strategies.
• Structural & Civil Analysis:
  Exceptional ability to interpret and analyze civil, pipe, and structural drawings, plans, and specifications across all associated scopes.
• AGTEK Mastery:
  Advanced proficiency and mastery of AGTEK is a core requirement for earthwork and underground visualization.
• Systems Expertise:
  Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with Bluebeam for digital takeoffs.
• Market Navigation:
  Proven ability to evaluate and negotiate competitive proposals from subcontractors and vendors while navigating regional price fluctuations across the Southeast.

• Specialized
  
  Experience:
  
  Direct experience estimating heavy civil scopes, specifically: deep excavation, underground infrastructure, shoring, heavy utility, and Water/Wastewater Treatment Plants (WWTP).
• Field Operations:
  Prior experience as a Project Manager (or a deep technical understanding of PM challenges) is highly valued to ensure estimates reflect field realities.
• Location:
  
  Must be able to work full‑time in‑office at our Smyrna, GA headquarters.
• Compliance:
  Authorized to work in the US; ability to pass pre‑employment drug screening and physical.