Senior Civil Estimator — Lead Preconstruction, Nashville

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Auto/Phone allowance

401(k) with match

PTO/Vacation/Holidays

Job summary

Your Talent Team seeks a Senior Civil Estimator in Nashville, TN to lead the Civil Preconstruction Department, overseeing cost estimates for paving projects and guiding bid strategies.

You will analyze drawings, coordinate with subcontractors, mentor junior estimators, and implement estimating templates while aiming to win work. Strong communication and software skills (Excel, Bluebeam, HeavyBid, Bid-To-Win, AGTEK) are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an estimator in civil construction.
• Proven track record estimating varied civil projects (excavation, paving, grading).
• Proficient in software such as Excel, Bluebeam, HeavyBid, Bid-To-Win and AGTEK.
• Excellent communication, client development and negotiation abilities.
• Urgency in submitting complete bids on time is essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings, specs and docs 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.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as needed.
• Provide value engineering recommendations.
• Maintain historical cost data and develop templates/tools.
• Mentor junior estimators and drive process improvements.

Skills

5+ years experience

Civil estimating

Bid leadership

Negotiation

Client relationships

Tools

Bluebeam

HeavyBid

Bid-To-Win

AGTEK

Excel

Job description

Your Talent Team seeks a Senior Civil Estimator in Nashville, TN to lead the Civil Preconstruction Department, overseeing cost estimates for paving projects and guiding bid strategies.

You will analyze drawings, coordinate with subcontractors, mentor junior estimators, and implement estimating templates while aiming to win work. Strong communication and software skills (Excel, Bluebeam, HeavyBid, Bid-To-Win, AGTEK) are essential.