Senior Civil Estimator: Lead Precon & Bidding

Essenti Talent; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Auto/Phone allowance

401(k) Matching

PTO/Vacation/Holidays

Job summary

Essenti Talent in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Senior Civil Estimator to lead our Civil Precon Department. You will oversee cost estimates for paving projects and present them to senior management, shaping winning bids and project execution.

You will mentor junior estimators and drive process improvements. The role requires a proven track record in civil estimating, strong communication with clients, and proficiency in Excel, Bluebeam, and bid software.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an estimator in the civil industry.
• Proven track record estimating a range of civil projects (excavation, paving, grading).
• Proficient in Excel, Bluebeam and related bidding software.
• Excellent communication, client development and negotiation abilities.
• Sense of urgency on submitting complete bids on time.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings, specifications, and docs to prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Lead bid processes for public and private sector projects.
• Identify labor, materials, and time requirements from plans.
• Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Prepare bid packages and present estimates to senior management.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as needed.
• Provide value engineering recommendations.
• Maintain historical cost data and develop estimating templates/tools.
• Mentor junior estimators and drive process improvements.

Skills

Lead bid processes

Mentor estimators

Communication

Negotiation

Urgency submitting bids

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam

HeavyBid

Bid-To-Win

AGTEK

Job description

Essenti Talent in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Senior Civil Estimator to lead our Civil Precon Department. You will oversee cost estimates for paving projects and present them to senior management, shaping winning bids and project execution.

You will mentor junior estimators and drive process improvements. The role requires a proven track record in civil estimating, strong communication with clients, and proficiency in Excel, Bluebeam, and bid software.