Chief Estimator

Metric Geo; United States; On-site; USD 225,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership (ESOP)

Executive Bonus

Opportunity to lead high-profile projects

Long-term wealth potential

Job summary

A leading General Contractor is seeking a Vice President of Estimating to lead their estimating department and shape bid strategies in the Tri-State area. This role offers an executive leadership opportunity with a salary range of $225,000 - $300,000 and includes potential bonuses and ESOP ownership. The ideal candidate will have experience in heavy civil projects such as transit, bridges, and highways, along with strong leadership skills to mentor a talented team and drive the company’s expansion into new markets.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as Chief Estimator or VP of Estimating.
• Experience with transit, bridge, and highway projects.
• Strong leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating department for major pursuits.
• Shape bid strategy and drive preconstruction efforts.
• Mentor a high-performing team to elevate performance.

Skills

Leadership in estimating

Experience in heavy civil construction

Bid strategy development

Team mentoring

Job description

Group Business Manager | Metric Geo | Heavy Civil Construction

Chief Estimator – Heavy Civil Infrastructure – $225,000 - $300,000+

I’m partnering with a household-name General Contractor in the Tri-State area that’s expanding its footprint in transit, bridge, and highway projects.

With strong boots-on-the-ground teams and a robust pipeline of upcoming work, this contractor is seeking a Vice President of Estimating to take the helm and drive preconstruction strategy as they break into new markets.

In this role, you’ll lead the estimating department on major pursuits—shaping bid strategy, mentoring a high-performing team, and directly influencing the company’s growth trajectory.

Salary: $225,000 - $300,000++ Executive Bonus + ESOP Ownership

Sector: Heavy Civil / Infrastructure (Transit, Bridges, Highways, Utilities)

Why Join?

• Executive Leadership Opportunity: Take the lead in a pivotal role, guiding the estimating department for a nationally recognized GC.
• Employee-Owned Company (ESOP): Real potential to build long-term wealth—this is a chance to truly share in the company’s success.
• High-Profile Projects: Contribute to landmark infrastructure projects shaping the Tri-State area and beyond.
• Strategic Growth: Join a contractor expanding into new markets with strong financial backing and a proven track record.
• Legacy & Stability: Be part of a company with decades of success and a strong reputation in heavy civil.

If you’re a proven Chief Estimator or VP of Estimating with experience in heavy civil and infrastructure construction and you’re looking to step into a career-defining leadership role—let’s connect!

Seniority Level

• Director

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Project Management

Industries

• Construction