Head of Fireproofing Operations & Estimating

CMG CONTRACTORS INC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

CMG CONTRACTORS INC is seeking a senior leader to spearhead estimating, preconstruction, field operations, and strategic growth across commercial fireproofing projects in Nashville. You will oversee bid development, ensure compliance with SFRM/intumescent specs, and drive margin improvement through strong vendor partnerships.

This role requires 7–10+ years of experience, advanced reading of drawings, and proven ability to manage multi-project pipelines while maintaining safety and quality on

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of commercial fireproofing experience is expected.
• Ability to read architectural and structural drawings and interpret UL designs.
• Experience handling RFIs, submittals, change orders, and closeouts.
• Valid driver’s license required for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete takeoffs, pricing, and proposal development using specs, tested UL assemblies, W/D and A/P geometry factors, and jobsite logistics.
• Lead site planning, crew loading, equipment setup, and trade sequencing with rigorous QC and cost tracking.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships to support competitive estimating and profitable project execution.
• Develop and refine division standards, benchmarks, and startup/closeout workflows.

Skills

Estimating

Preconstruction

Field leadership

Code compliance

Project management

Vendor relations

Job description

CMG CONTRACTORS INC is seeking a senior leader to spearhead estimating, preconstruction, field operations, and strategic growth across commercial fireproofing projects in Nashville. You will oversee bid development, ensure compliance with SFRM/intumescent specs, and drive margin improvement through strong vendor partnerships.

This role requires 7–10+ years of experience, advanced reading of drawings, and proven ability to manage multi-project pipelines while maintaining safety and quality on