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Senior Estimator

Civil Constructors
Franklin, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 9/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/28/2025

Founded in 1994, Civil Constructors, Inc. grew to be one of the premier site grading and site utility contractors in Middle Tennessee. Since day one we have focused on establishing a company of simple integrity with straightforward values and an unwavering dedication to see our project commitments through with the client’s expectations always being a priority. Come be a part of our Team!

What we are proud to offer you:

  • Health - Dental - Vision - Short Term & Long-Term Disability - Life/ADD
  • 401K - Paid Time Off - Paid Holidays
  • To view full list of benefits, click this link: 2025 English Benefits Guide

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Analyze construction drawings and project specifications to prepare accurate cost estimates.
  • Interpret and understand contract terms and conditions.
  • Develop detailed, well-organized estimastes and proposals under deadline.
  • Provide comprehensive quantitiy take-offs for grading, drianage, utilies, and asphalt paving.
  • Solicit and evaluate subcontactor and material supplier quotes, ensuring full coverage of project scopes.
  • Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and clients; provide clarification and explore value engineering options.
  • Collaborate closely with field personnel to ensure smooth project transitions
  • Support Project Managers in the transfer of Field Management
  • Assist the Chief Estimator in mentoring and training junior staff

Qualifications and Experience

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience with heavy civil and highway construction projects.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Degreee in Civil Engineering, Construction Management program is preferred.
  • Experience working in the construction field in a similar or related field,; or equivalent experience.
  • Proficiency in: Microsoft Excel, AGTEK 4D, On-Screen Take-Off, Building Connected experience with HCSS’s HeavyBid.
  • A driven professional ready to take ownership of estimating responsibilities.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines.
  • A team player with long-term leadership potential, the ideal candidate will aspire to move into executive management. Effective leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate, direct, and evaluate a team.
  • Must pass all company and other required drug and alcohol tests.
  • Must be authorizided to work in the United States.
  • Must be able to speak, read, and write fluently in English.

This position is a full-time, exempt position.

All applications are kept active for 45 calendar days.

Civil Constructors, LLC reserves the right to rescind job offers for applicants based on the circumstances and/or discoveries of their background check(s). This includes but is not limited consumer report results of driver's license queries, criminal history queries, employment history and references, educational institutions, law enforcement, military services, and other such governmental agencies.

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