Senior Estimator - Civil Construction - Nashville

Launching Point; 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

PTO/Vacation/Holidays paid

Job summary

Launching Point is seeking a Senior Civil Estimator to lead our Nashville preconstruction team. The role focuses on delivering detailed cost estimates for paving projects, guiding bid processes, and maintaining historical data to win work.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in civil estimation, strong communication, and proficiency with Excel, Bluebeam, HeavyBid, Bid-To-Win, and AGTEK. On-site role with competitive compensation and 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).
• Proficient in software such as Excel, Bluebeam, HeavyBid, Bid-To-Win, AGTEK.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings, specs, and 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

Estimating

Bid management

Client relations

Mentoring juniors

Tools

Bluebeam

HeavyBid

Bid-To-Win

AGTEK

Excel

Job description

Senior Civil Estimator - Nashville, TN

As a Leader in the Civil Construction industry for Nashville TN , We work in a complex side of the construction industry.
Civil Construction has many advantages & benefits but also is equally challenging.
Technology, Equipment, Geological factors all play a part in doing a great job for our clients.

We are searching for an experienced Estimator in Nashville to lead our Civil Precon Department.

As our Senior Civil Estimator - you will oversee, approve & present our competitive cost estimates for all paving projects we perform. Furthermore, Your expertise will directly impact the company’s ability to win more work and execute on those potential projects -- so We are looking for the Right Person to lead ( and grow) our preconstruction team.

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.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an estimator in the civil industry.
• Proven track record of estimating a range of civil projects (excavation, paving, grading, etc).
• Proficient in necessary software is preferred including Excel, Bluebeam (+ HeavyBid,, Bid-To-Win, AGTEK -preferred but not required).
• Excellent communication, client/business development and negotiation abilities.
• Sense of Urgency on submitting complete bids (on time) is absolutely essential.

We offer a very competitive compensation plan with benefits including Annual Bonus, Auto/Phone allowance, 401(k) Retirement with Matching Contribution + PTO/Vacation/Holidays paid.