Senior Estimator/Preconstruction Manager – Heavy Civil/Sitework

Senior Estimator/Preconstruction Manager – Heavy Civil/Sitework (North Atlanta, GA)

Lead estimating and preconstruction support for turnkey site development projects in the Atlanta office. This role owns the bid process, performs detailed quantity takeoffs, manages budgets and change orders, and works closely with the VP of Estimating and Junior Estimator in a combined estimating and office-based support environment.

The position is approximately 80% estimating and 20% preconstruction coordination and serves as a key driver of bid strategy, accuracy, and project profitability.

About the Company

• Established heavy civil and site development contractor with approximately 40 years of experience
• Recently acquired and operating under new ownership, entering a growth phase with expanded leadership and strategic investment
• Focused primarily on residential, multifamily, and light industrial site development projects (typically 5–10 acres)
• Committed to operational improvement, leadership development, and long-term market growth

What You'll Do

• Lead estimating and bid preparation for site development projects
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs using Agtek
• Review plans, specifications, and revisions to determine full scope of work
• Develop and evaluate subcontractor scopes; solicit and analyze pricing
• Obtain pricing for materials, equipment, cranes, shoring, and related items
• Prepare accurate bid proposals and support negotiations
• Manage change orders and budget adjustments
• Issue purchase orders and support subcontractor coordination
• Develop project budgets and assist with field documentation
• Prepare draw applications and support AIA billing processes
• Maintain weekly plan revisions and documentation control
• Collaborate closely with the VP of Estimating, Junior Estimator, and operations leadership
• Support continued optimization of estimating systems, including expanded use of HCSS HeavyBid

What We're Looking For

• Strong experience in civil or site development estimating
• Proven ability to lead bids and take ownership of estimates
• Hands-on experience with quantity takeoffs
• Agtek proficiency required or strongly preferred
• Exposure to HCSS HeavyBid preferred
• Experience with residential, multifamily, or light industrial sitework
• Strong understanding of plans, specifications, and construction processes
• Experience with budgeting, cost tracking, and change management
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a leadership-driven team

Compensation & Benefits

• Strong base salary (DOE)
• Competitive 401(k) plan with company match
• Company-funded health insurance for employee
• Full dental, vision, and disability coverage
• Fully company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid PTO
• Holiday pay