Senior Civil Estimator - Lead Preconstruction (Nashville)

Hire Consulting Services; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Auto/Phone allowance

401(k) Retirement with Matching Contri

PTO/Vacation/Holidays paid

Job summary

Hire Consulting Services is seeking a Senior Civil Estimator in Nashville, TN to lead our Civil Precon Department. You will oversee, approve, and present competitive cost estimates for paving projects, influencing our ability to win work and execute projects.

The role requires 5+ years in civil estimating, strong communication, and leadership to mentor junior estimators and drive process improvements. Competitive compensation includes bonuses and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Lead bid processes for public and private sector projects.
• Identify labor, materials, and time requirements by studying proposals and plans.
• Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Prepare bid packages and present final estimates to senior management.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits when necessary.
• Provide value engineering recommendations.
• Maintain historical cost data and develop estimating templates and tools.
• Mentor junior estimators and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Negotiation

Bid estimation

Team leadership

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam

HeavyBid

Bid-To-Win

AGTEK

Job description

Hire Consulting Services is seeking a Senior Civil Estimator in Nashville, TN to lead our Civil Precon Department. You will oversee, approve, and present competitive cost estimates for paving projects, influencing our ability to win work and execute projects.

The role requires 5+ years in civil estimating, strong communication, and leadership to mentor junior estimators and drive process improvements. Competitive compensation includes bonuses and retirement benefits.