Senior Estimator - Civil Construction - Nashville

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Auto/Phone allowance

401(k) Retirement with Matching

Paid PTO/Vacation/Holidays

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group is seeking a skilled Senior Civil Estimator in Nashville, TN to lead the Civil Precon Department.

In this role, you will prepare competitive cost estimates for paving projects, impacting the company's success in securing contracts. Your expertise in analyzing specifications and leading bid processes will be crucial. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of estimating experience, particularly in civil construction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an estimator in the civil industry.
• Proven track record of estimating excavation, paving, grading projects.
• Strong client/business development skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings and prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Lead bid processes for public and private sector projects.
• Identify labor, materials, and time requirements.
• Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Prepare bid packages and present estimates to management.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as needed.
• Maintain historical cost data and develop estimating tools.
• Mentor junior estimators.

Skills

Civil industry estimating

Communication

Negotiation

Software proficiency

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam

HeavyBid

Bid-To-Win

AGTEK

Job description

Type Direct Hire

ID TN62-2753923

Posted Jul 28, 2026

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.
• 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.

• Annual Bonus
• Auto/Phone allowance
• 401(k) Retirement with Matching Contribution
• PTO/Vacation/Holidays paid