Chief Estimator

Job Description

About the Role

Estimators: Civil, Earthwork and Paving (two openings, DMV)

We are working with two established self-performing contractors in Maryland and Northern Virginia, each hiring an estimator. Both roles suit estimators who can take a project from plans and specs to a complete, competitive bid and who want a long-term home with a stable, growing business. You can apply for either role or both.

Role 1: Chief Estimator, Civil and Earthwork (Rockville, MD)

An established civil and earthwork contractor is looking for a Chief Estimator to lead its preconstruction operations at an exciting point in the company’s growth. The company is actively planning for succession, with senior leadership changes underway. That creates room for a motivated estimator to step into a role with real influence and long-term tenure.

What you will be doing:

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• Lead the full estimating function for civil and earthwork projects, from initial takeoff through bid submission.
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• Develop detailed estimates covering earthmoving, grading, utilities and related civil work from plans, specifications and site conditions.
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• Request, review and qualify subcontractor and supplier quotes, building strong vendor relationships in the regional market.
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• Work closely with project management and field operations so estimates reflect realistic production rates, crews and equipment.
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• Identify risks, scope gaps and value engineering opportunities during preconstruction.
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• Maintain and refine the estimating database, historical cost data and bid templates.
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• Contribute to bid strategy with ownership: which projects to pursue and how to position each bid.
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• Mentor junior estimating staff as part of the company’s knowledge transfer and succession plan.
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Role 2: Estimator, Paving and Site Concrete (Northern Virginia)

An established paving and site concrete contractor is adding an Estimator to its estimating team. The company has a strong regional reputation, a steady pipeline of work across the DMV, and a team that works closely with management.

What you will be doing:

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• Take plans and specifications through to complete, competitive bids for paving, site concrete and related sitework.
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• Carry out quantity takeoffs for paving, curb and gutter, sidewalks and site concrete.
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• Price labor, equipment, materials, trucking and subcontractors, setting production rates that reflect site conditions.
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• Prepare proposals with clear inclusions, exclusions, alternates and unit pricing.
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• Work with the estimating team, management and operations to win work and hand awarded projects over cleanly.
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What we are looking for

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• Proven civil or sitework estimating experience, ideally in earthwork, grading, utilities, paving or site concrete.
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• Confidence building and owning a complete estimate from scratch, using industry-standard estimating and takeoff software.
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• A solid understanding of field operations, equipment productivity and the realities of building in the Mid-Atlantic.
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• Strong communication and organization, with the ability to run several bids at once and meet hard deadlines.
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• For the paving role, estimating experience on the GC or civil side is highly valued.
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• For the Chief Estimator role, we will consider a range of experience levels. A capable estimator with the right earthwork background can grow into the seat with the mentorship in place.
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• A collaborative attitude, a sense of ownership, and a genuine interest in growing with one company over the long term.
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Pay range and compensation package

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• Competitive pay based on experience, reflecting the seniority of each role.
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If you are a civil, earthwork or paving estimator looking for a role where your expertise really matters, at a company you can build a career with, get in touch today.