Chief Estimator

Wright Construction Company Inc.
Memphis, TN

POSITION KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Build and maintain relationships with GCs, subcontractors, and vendors while coordinating scope alignment and risk evaluation.
  • Review plans, specs, and reports; perform digital takeoffs and quantity surveys to prepare accurate estimates, bids, and proposals.
  • Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and client discussions; collaborate with PMs and Division Managers for smooth project handoff.
  • Manage projects from start to finish and provide support to field operations as needed, while tracking cost data to improve estimating practices.


SKILLS & EXPERIENCE NEEDED

  • 10+ years of experience in general contracting, structural concrete estimating, or significant field background in concrete construction (GC or self-perform concrete strongly preferred)
  • Hands-on field experience with crews, productivity rates, and how work gets built is highly valued
  • Degree in Building Science, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Construction Management a plus (not required)
  • Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specs, and geotechnical reports
  • Proficient with digital takeoff/estimating tools (Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, Excel, etc.)


BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

  • Compensation: Competitive, flexible based on experience
  • Benefits: Quarterly bonuses, PTO, Health Insurance, 401K