Civil Preconstruction Estimator – Bid Lead & VE

RON SUNSHINE ASSOCIATES LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Auto/Phone allowance

401(k) with matching

Job summary

Top Echelon LLC is seeking a Preconstruction Estimator - Civil Construction in Nashville, TN. Join the preconstruction department to prepare competitive cost estimates for civil projects and help position the company to win work.

You will analyze drawings, organize bid processes, and provide value engineering while maintaining cost data and templates. The role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration with subcontractors, and timely bid delivery.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a civil estimator.
• Proven take-offs & estimating experience on civil projects (excavation, sitework, utilities).
• Proficient in civil estimating software (Agtek, Bid-To-Win, HeavyBid, ETC).
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Eye for detail is essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings, specifications, and docs to prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Orchestrate the estimating and bid process for civil projects.
• Identify labor, materials, and time requirements by studying proposals and plans.
• Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Prepare bid packages and present estimates to senior management.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as needed.
• Provide value engineering recommendations.
• Maintain historical cost data and develop estimating templates/tools.

Skills

Take-offs

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Agtek

Bid-To-Win

HeavyBid

ETC

Job description

Top Echelon LLC is seeking a Preconstruction Estimator - Civil Construction in Nashville, TN. Join the preconstruction department to prepare competitive cost estimates for civil projects and help position the company to win work.

You will analyze drawings, organize bid processes, and provide value engineering while maintaining cost data and templates. The role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration with subcontractors, and timely bid delivery.