Lead Estimator in Atlanta

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Job Description

About the Role

We’re seeking a Lead Estimator to own and elevate our preconstruction function across sitework and utilities in Metro Atlanta. You’ll lead a small team of estimators while staying hands-on with strategic bids—balancing leadership, precision takeoffs, and process improvement.

Your mandate: raise the bid-to-hit ratio, protect margins, and help diversify our backlog beyond residential into industrial, commercial, and select public work.

What You’ll Do

• Lead estimating for sitework, utilities, and related civil scopes—modeling best-in-class takeoffs, pricing, and proposals.
• Manage, coach, and develop two estimators—setting standards and reviewing bids.
• Personally estimate key pursuits while improving team processes and consistency.
• Build and maintain subcontractor and supplier coverage; solicit and negotiate quotes.
• Drive bid strategy and closing—gathering market intel, pushing post-bid debriefs, and positioning for negotiated/private work.
• Stand up and optimize digital workflows in B2W (Bid2Win) and Agtek; transition from spreadsheets to systemized estimating.
• Partner with Operations and Project Managers to validate means and methods, assess risk, and ensure constructability.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil or site development with proven bid wins.
• Deep understanding of earthwork and utilities takeoffs, pricing, and bid assembly.
• Strong proficiency with Agtek and B2W/HCSS (B2W ; HCSS experience transferable).
• Relationship-driven mindset—actively networking, building client and vendor partnerships.
• Leadership ability to mentor, review work, and drive continuous improvement.
• Excellent organization, communication, and attention to detail under tight deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: generous base salary
• 401(k): with a company match
• Health Insurance: 100% employer-paid for employees (multiple plan options)
• Culture: Family-driven, team-oriented, integrity-based environment

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