Head Estimator & BD Strategist - Concrete Construction

Lithko; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lithko Contracting in Greenville, South Carolina is seeking a Chief Estimator with a strong business development and estimation background to lead our preconstruction efforts for commercial and industrial projects.

You will manage bid strategy, validate estimates, negotiate with clients, and oversee turnover to Lithko Operations, guiding teams to win work and deliver projects on schedule. This role requires leadership, market insight, and a proven track record on large self-perform projects.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and related tools.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in Commercial Construction for a large scale Self-Perform General Contractor or Concrete Contractor.
• Self-perform experience of concrete is required.
• Strong business development background and construction market knowledge is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering required.

Responsibilities

• Geographical expert in identifying opportunities in the commercial construction market.
• Aligns future projects with the unit's capacity and capabilities.
• Builds relationships within the market to secure new business opportunities.
• Validates estimates and formulates bid strategies.
• Prepares and manages teams to execute project details and meet customer expectations.
• Oversees turnover of projects to Lithko Operations teams.

Skills

MS Office

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

Lithko Contracting in Greenville, South Carolina is seeking a Chief Estimator with a strong business development and estimation background to lead our preconstruction efforts for commercial and industrial projects.

You will manage bid strategy, validate estimates, negotiate with clients, and oversee turnover to Lithko Operations, guiding teams to win work and deliver projects on schedule. This role requires leadership, market insight, and a proven track record on large self-perform projects.