Preconstruction Estimator

W3Global; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP shares

401(k) matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Short-term disability

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

W3Global in Atlanta, GA is seeking an Experienced Estimator for heavy civil and site development projects. Lead bids from plan review through submission, assess grading, earthwork, utilities, and utility quantities, and build detailed estimates with leadership input to improve profitability.

Required 5–10 years of estimating experience, a Civil Engineering or Construction Management background, and proficiency with AGTEK, HCSS HeavyBid, OST.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years estimating heavy civil and full site development projects.
• Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree preferred; equivalent field experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead bids: manage complete proposals from takeoff to final package submission.
• Prepare takeoffs: assess grading, earthwork, utility, and flat work quantities.
• Models: build dirt models using AGTEK for earthwork calculations.
• Develop pricing: substantiate production rates, labor needs, and equipment allocations.
• Coordinate vendors: solicit, compare, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Value engineer: review plans, soils reports, and project risks to identify savings.

Skills

Estimating heavy civil

Site development bids

Subcontractor negotiation

Education

Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

AGTEK

HCSS HeavyBid

OST

Job description

EXPERIENCED ESTIMATOR - Heavy Civil / Site Development | Atlanta, GA | Full-Time

Department: Estimating & Preconstruction | Company: 100% Employee-Owned ESOP

About The Company

• For 20+ years we have delivered premier heavy civil and site development work across metro Atlanta. As a 100% employee-owned company, our team members share directly in our success while building high-quality projects with lasting community impact.

About The Role

• We are seeking a highly skilled Estimator to lead site development bids from plan review through final submission. This role manages grading, excavation, earthwork, utilities, and flat work estimates while partnering with leadership to identify risk, improve profitability, and win key regional work.

Responsibilities

• Lead Bids: Manage complete proposals from takeoff to final package submission.
• Prepare Takeoffs: Assess accurate grading, earthwork, utility, and flat work quantities.
• Models: Build detailed dirt models using AGTEK for accurate earthwork quantity calculations.
• Develop Pricing: Substantiate production rates, labor needs, and equipment allocations.
• Coordinate Vendors: Solicit, compare, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Value Engineer: Review plans, soils reports, and project risks to identify savings.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5-10 years estimating heavy civil and full site development projects.
• Education: Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree preferred; equivalent field experience considered.

Required Skills

• Software: Strong proficiency with AGTEK, HCSS HeavyBid, OST and related takeoff/estimating tools.
• Market knowledge: Atlanta-area subcontractors, suppliers, and municipal civil codes a plus.

Compensation Package -

Because we are employee-owned, your base salary rewards the impact you make today, while your ESOP shares secure your tomorrow.

• Competitive Annual Base Salary + performance cash Bonus
• Direct ESOP share accumulation as a 100% employee-owned company
• 401(k) matching program
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term disability, generous PTO, and paid holidays

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person