Senior Estimator - Self-Perform Concrete Leader, Charleston

Samuel James; South Carolina; On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Charleston based role

Full benefits package

401k with company matching

Paid vacation

Job summary

Samuel James is seeking a Senior/Chief Estimator to lead estimating for the Charleston office, owning bids from first look through to award. You will set pricing strategy, produce takeoffs for large self-perform concrete packages, and collaborate with operations to win work profitably.

The role requires 8+ years of estimating experience, strong leadership, and expertise in takeoffs and software. Charleston relocation is available, with a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 8+ years of estimating experience with a self-perform concrete contractor or large GC.
• Self-perform concrete estimating experience is required.
• Experience pricing large concrete scopes, commercial and industrial.
• Experience leading bids and mentoring estimators.
• Strong takeoff and estimating software proficiency.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Willing to relocate to Charleston, SC; eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating function for the Charleston office and own the bid pipeline.
• Produce and review detailed quantity takeoffs on large self-perform concrete packages.
• Build competitive, accurate proposals and preliminary schedules that operations can actually deliver.
• Set bid strategy alongside operations leadership, go/no-go decisions, risk review and pricing approach.
• Develop and mentor estimators and project engineers as the office grows.
• Hand projects over cleanly to the operations team with a clear scope, budget and strategy.
• Review lost and won bids to sharpen pricing and keep the office competitive.

Skills

Estimating leadership

Communication

Takeoff proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

Takeoff software

MS Office

Job description

Samuel James is seeking a Senior/Chief Estimator to lead estimating for the Charleston office, owning bids from first look through to award. You will set pricing strategy, produce takeoffs for large self-perform concrete packages, and collaborate with operations to win work profitably.

The role requires 8+ years of estimating experience, strong leadership, and expertise in takeoffs and software. Charleston relocation is available, with a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities