Senior Estimator

Sunrock; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual bonus

Company vehicle

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

PTO 120 hours

Job summary

Sunrock Industries in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead heavy civil estimating and preconstruction across North Carolina. You will manage detailed takeoffs, risk reviews, and bid strategy from conceptual reviews to final submissions.

Reporting to the Chief Estimator, you’ll lead a team, mentor junior estimators, and interface with Owners, Architects, engineers, and subcontractors to win and field large-scale infrastructure work. Travel locally as needed.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of heavy civil estimating experience.
• Experience with NC DOT specifications and public bid processes.
• Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously.
• Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates including labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and production rates.
• Review drawings, specifications, geotechnical reports, and bid documents.
• Conduct quantity takeoffs using industry software
• Identify constructability risks and value engineering opportunities
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits
• Develop detailed scopes of work with inclusions and exclusions
• Negotiate pricing and scope adjustments
• Track and follow up on submitted proposals
• Lead project handoff meetings with project managers and field teams
• Mentor junior estimators
• Participate in weekly estimating meetings
• Maintain estimating procedures and documentation standards
• Interface with Owners, Architects, Engineers, vendors, and subcontractors
• Attend industry events and cultivate client relationships

Skills

Estimating

Preconstruction

Leadership

Bid management

Communication

Local travel

Tools

AGTEK

PlanSwift

SmartBid

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

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Build North Carolina’s Infrastructure with Sunrock

Sunrock Industries is growing. As a family-owned heavy civil contractor, we are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our Raleigh-based team supporting projects across North Carolina.

We specialize in:

• Mass grading
• Concrete and curb
• Aggregate production
• Asphalt paving
• NCDOT and municipal infrastructure projects

We are known for our strong project backlog, long-term employee retention, and commitment to investing in high-quality people.

Position Overview

Reporting directly to the Chief Estimator, the Senior Estimator plays a critical leadership role within our preconstruction team. This position is responsible for preparing complete and competitive estimates from conceptual review through final bid submission.

The Senior Estimator supports annual booking and backlog goals while maximizing project profitability and ensuring a smooth transition from estimating to operations.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Preconstruction (Primary Focus)

• Prepare detailed cost estimates including labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and production rates
• Review drawings, specifications, geotechnical reports, and bid documents
• Conduct quantity takeoffs using industry software
• Identify constructability risks and value engineering opportunities
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits
• Develop detailed scopes of work with inclusions and exclusions
• Analyze historical cost data, crew productivity, and safety considerations
• Negotiate pricing and scope adjustments
• Track and follow up on submitted proposals

Process & Team Leadership

• Lead project handoff meetings with project managers and field teams
• Participate in post-project reviews
• Support staff training and mentorship of junior estimators
• Participate in weekly estimating meetings
• Maintain estimating procedures and documentation standards

Business Development & Industry Engagement

• Interface with Owners, Architects, Engineers, vendors, and subcontractors
• Attend industry events and cultivate client relationships
• Research future bidding opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of heavy civil estimating experience
• Strong background in grading, utilities, concrete, aggregate, and asphalt paving
• Experience with North Carolina DOT specifications and public bid processes
• Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously
• Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and ability to work under deadline pressure
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to travel locally to pre-bid meetings and site visits
• Ability to work extended hours during critical bid periods

Proficiency in estimating and takeoff software, including:

• AGTEK
• PlanSwift
• SmartBid
• Microsoft Excel and Word

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Company vehicle, gas card, and cell phone
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) program
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• 8 paid holidays
• 120 hours of PTO in the first year
• Long-term career growth within a stable, family-owned organization

Why Join Sunrock?

This is an opportunity to lead large-scale infrastructure projects in a high-growth, high-impact environment. If you are an experienced heavy civil estimator looking to step into a strategic leadership role, we encourage you to apply.

Sunrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, citizen status, or any other legally protected status under local, state, or federal law.