Lead Civil Preconstruction Estimator – Nashville

Red Seal Recruiting Ltd.; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Auto/Phone Allowance

401(k) with Matching Contribution

PTO/Vacation/Holidays paid

Job summary

Red Seal Recruiting Ltd. is seeking a Senior Civil Estimator to lead our preconstruction team in Nashville, TN. You will oversee, approve, and present competitive cost estimates for paving projects, driving wins and successful project execution.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of civil estimating experience, strong Excel/Bluebeam skills, and the ability to mentor junior estimators while improving processes and templates.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an estimator in civil construction.
• Proven track record estimating a range of civil projects (excavation, paving, grading).
• Excellent communication, client/business development and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings, specs to prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Lead bid processes for public and private sector projects.
• Identify labor, materials and time requirements from proposals and plans.
• Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Prepare bid packages and present estimates to senior management.

Skills

Strong communication

Negotiation

Client/business development

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam

HeavyBid

Bid-To-Win

AGTEK

Job description

Red Seal Recruiting Ltd. is seeking a Senior Civil Estimator to lead our preconstruction team in Nashville, TN. You will oversee, approve, and present competitive cost estimates for paving projects, driving wins and successful project execution.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of civil estimating experience, strong Excel/Bluebeam skills, and the ability to mentor junior estimators while improving processes and templates.