$120,000–$150,000 Per Year
Analysis Skills, Bid Analysis, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Planning, Cost Estimates, Customer Relations, Develop and Maintain Customers, Driver's License, Geometry, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Mathematics, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Project Evaluation, Project/Program Management, Risk Analysis, Team Player, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Value Engineering, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations
Senior Civil Estimator
Location: Preferred in Savannah, GA (flexible within Georgia) Industry: Civil Construction / Site Development Schedule: Primarily office-based with occasional site visits Travel: Minimal, local/regional only Compensation: $120,000–$150,000 (DOE) Start Date: ASAP
Overview
A fast-growing civil construction firm is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Estimator to support its expanding site and utility development division. This newly created position is part of a broader strategy to meet increasing demand across the Southeast. The ideal candidate will play a key role in estimating private sector civil projects with a focus on clearing, grading, drainage, water, sewer, and aggregate base work.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare full-service cost estimates for heavy civil site and utility development projects
- Review construction plans and specifications; perform detailed quantity take-offs
- Conduct scope clarification, risk assessment, and value engineering
- Attend pre-bid meetings and evaluate project-specific requirements
- Source, evaluate, and manage subcontractor and vendor quotes
- Present budgets, proposals, and reports to internal teams
- Collaborate closely with project managers and field teams to ensure project alignment
- Mentor junior estimators and take-off personnel as needed
- Maintain and grow client and vendor relationships, particularly in negotiated (non-low-bid) work
Preferred Qualifications
- 5–7 years of experience estimating private heavy civil and utility development projects
- Proven expertise in clearing, grading, drainage, water/sewer, and base construction
- Proficient in HCSS HeavyBid, AGTEK, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Strong math and analytical skills, including geometry and arithmetic
- Ability to navigate and interpret construction plans and specifications
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Positive, outgoing attitude—ideal for relationship-driven, negotiated work
- Experience leading or mentoring junior team members
- Stable career history with progressive growth and strong references
- Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field (preferred, not required)
- Valid driver's license and US work authorization
Why This Role?
- Be part of a thriving civil group responsible for the majority of company revenue
- Enjoy high visibility and impact in a newly created leadership-track role
- Work with a team that values strong relationships, safety, and growth
- Opportunity to help shape a growing organization with geographic expansion on the horizon