Amundson Group
A self-performing heavy civil and site development contractor in the Southeast is hiring a Senior Estimator to lead complex bid cycles on municipal, industrial, and large commercial sitework projects ranging from $5M to $80M. This is a direct report role with real autonomy over takeoffs, cost modeling, bid strategy, and preconstruction coordination. If you have 5+ years of heavy civil estimating depth and know earthwork, utilities, grading, and stormwater systems inside out, this is a stable, growth-oriented opportunity in Charleston.
What You Will Run
- Lead full bid processes from detailed quantity takeoffs through final price submission using AGTEK, HeavyBid, Bluebeam, and Trimble Business Center.
- Develop accurate cost estimates, schedules, value-engineering options, and bid proposals for large-scale site development scopes.
- Manage subcontractor outreach, pricing analysis, and scope leveling to build competitive, defensible bids.
- Participate in bid strategy sessions with senior leadership and coordinate with project managers and operations teams before and after bid award.
- Provide weekly bid status updates, risk notes, and cost summaries to the Chief Estimator and Preconstruction Manager.
What It Takes
- 5+ years of heavy civil and sitework estimating experience with proven expertise in earthwork, utilities, grading, and stormwater systems.
- Demonstrated ability to estimate large-scale site development projects and manage full-cycle bid processes.
- Proficiency in AGTEK, HeavyBid, Bluebeam, Trimble Business Center, and MS Office Suite.
- Local market knowledge in the Carolinas or Southeast is preferred.
- Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to work cross-functionally with operations and project teams.
Compensation and Benefits
- Base salary: $120,000 to $150,000 per year, based on experience.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Mileage reimbursement or company truck allowance depending on role level.
- Annual performance bonus based on company profitability and individual estimating performance, paid in Q1.
- 401k plan.
- 2 weeks PTO.
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
- Sign-on bonus possible for top-tier candidates or out-of-state relocations.
Location and Start
Based out of Charleston, SC. Ideal start date is ASAP. Open to relocation candidates.
Amundson Group is a veteran-owned construction recruiting firm. We commit to 48-72 hour feedback on all submissions. Apply now or reach out with questions.
At a glance
- Location: South Carolina
- Compensation: $120,000 to $150,000 per year
- Recruiter: Amundson Group, veteran-owned, construction-only
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