Estimator

TALLEY CONSTRUCTION; Rossville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical/dental benefits

Retirement savings plan

Wellness programs

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Talley Construction, a CRH Company, seeks a capable Construction Estimator to join our growing team in Georgia. You will prepare detailed take-offs, analyze internal cost data, source subquotes, and review bid packages for civil site projects. A strong background in highway and utility projects helps; travel may be required.

The role emphasizes independent work, bid-to-win mentality, and collaboration with field personnel on awarded bids. CRH values safety, quality, and career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of proven experience as Construction Estimator.
• Estimating experience for large civil site development in both the residential and commercial market.
• Estimating experience for roadway construction and working with DOT/Municipalities.
• Estimating experience in underground utilities (Water, Sewer, Storm)
• Project Management experience preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Outlook and Word.
• Proficiency using Take-Off software (Agtek Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Detailed Quantity Take-off and Summary for site work including grading, storm drain, utilities and various other civil scopes
• Prepare full-service cost estimate for various site construction projects including gathering and analyzing in-house and historical cost data
• Solicitation for material and sub quotes
• Bid Package review (specifications, plans, CAD files, geotechnical report, etc)
• Analyze construction risk through site visits, plan interpreting and scope understanding
• Rough Estimate Scheduling
• Must be able to read plans (Both Civil and Architectural)
• Must be a self-starter with a bid-to-win mentality and ability to work on multiple estimates simultaneously
• Must be willing to work independently with little supervision or with a team on larger estimates and have a willingness to be flexible in duties and have a "get-it-done" attitude
• Must pass post offer drug screen
• Must provide proof of eligibility to legally work in the US.
• All new hires will be processed through E-Verify
• Some travel may be required
• Prepare detailed project hand-off package and communicate all aspects of the bid to field personnel on bids that are awarded.
• Independently estimates a large sized project.
• Maintains files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.

Skills

Excel

Take-off software

Cost estimation

MS Office

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Construction Management degree

Tools

Agtek

Job description

Requisition ID527304-Posted -AMAT-Talley Construction-Full Time-Project Manager-United States-Georgia

Talley Construction, A CRH Company, has been a trusted source for highway development and general contracting in the areas around Chattanooga Tennessee, North Georgia and Northeast Alabama. For over 50 years, Talley Construction has established a reputation for quality and innovation. We recognize that our success is directly related to the talents, hard work, and dedication of the individuals who have joined our family. At Talley Construction, we invest in our people, by offering competitive wages, benefits and the opportunity to grow a career.

If you’re looking for a challenging career with growth potential and commitment to being the best in the industry, come join our family!

As one of the larger heavy highway and general contracting companies in the Chattanooga, North Georgia, and Northeast Alabama area, and a leader in quality performance, Talley Construction understands that outstanding people are key to our success. As we offer our customers a wide range of services, we do so with dedication to our core values, the needs of our customers, honesty in all aspects of our business, and respect for all individual employees.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

Detailed Quantity Take-off and Summary for site work including grading, storm drain, utilities and various other civil scopes

Prepare full-service cost estimate for various site construction projects including gathering and analyzing in-house and historical cost data

Solicitation for material and sub quotes

Bid Package review (specifications, plans, CAD files, geotechnical report, etc)

Analyze construction risk through site visits, plan interpreting and scope understanding

Rough Estimate Scheduling

Must be able to read plans (Both Civil and Architectural)

Must be a self-starter with a bid-to-win mentality and ability to work on multiple estimates simultaneously

Must be willing to work independently with little supervision or with a team on larger estimates and have a willingness to be flexible in duties and have a "get-it-done" attitude

Must pass post offer drug screen

Must provide proof of eligibility to legally work in the US.

All new hires will be processed through E-Verify

Some travel may be required

Prepare detailed project hand-off package and communicate all aspects of the bid to field personnel on bids that are awarded.

Independently estimates a large sized project.

Maintains files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.

Experience/Requirements:

Minimum 3-5 years of proven experience as Construction Estimator

Estimating experience for large civil site development in both the residential and commercial market

Estimating experience for roadway construction and working with DOT/Municipalities

Estimating experience in underground utilities (Water, Sewer, Storm)

Project Management experience preferred but not required

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Outlook and Word required

Proficiency using Take-Off software (Agtek Preferred)

Education:

Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field preferred but not required

What CRH Offers You:

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Aninclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH:

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Talley Construction, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.