Amundson Group
A self-performing heavy civil and site development contractor in the Southeast is hiring a Senior Estimator to lead full-cycle estimating on municipal, industrial, and large commercial sitework projects ranging from $5M to $80M. This is a direct-report role to the Chief Estimator, based in Charleston, SC, with immediate availability and relocation support available.
What You Will Run
- Lead complete bid processes from detailed takeoffs through final price submission.
- Perform quantity takeoffs using civil estimating software on complex site development scopes.
- Develop accurate cost estimates, schedules, value-engineering options, and bid proposals.
- Manage subcontractor outreach, pricing analysis, and scope leveling.
- Participate in bid strategy sessions with senior leadership and coordinate with project managers and operations teams pre- and post-bid.
- Provide weekly bid status updates, risk notes, and cost summaries to leadership.
What It Takes
- 5+ years of heavy civil and sitework estimating experience.
- Strong background in earthwork, utilities, grading, and stormwater systems.
- Proven track record estimating large-scale site development projects.
- Proficiency in AGTEK, HCSS HeavyBid, Bluebeam, Trimble Business Center, and MS Office Suite.
- Local market knowledge in the Carolinas or Southeast preferred.
- Ability to manage full-site packages and complex, high-volume scopes.
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; sign-on bonus possible for top-tier candidates or out-of-state relocations.
Our client is a leading heavy civil contractor known for strong culture, stability, and long-term career growth. They handle major infrastructure, municipal, and industrial sitework packages and are highly respected in the Charleston market for quality, safety, and reliability.
Interested? Submit your resume. We commit to 48 to 72 hour feedback on all submissions.
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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