Chief Estimator - Civil Construction

Job Description

Job Description

Job Specification – Chief Estimator

Overview

A leading civil construction company is seeking a Chief Estimator to oversee the estimating department for large-scale infrastructure projects. This position offers the opportunity to combine hands-on technical expertise with team leadership, supporting the delivery of accurate, competitive bids that drive continued growth. The company has a strong track record of success, significant recent expansion, and a collaborative, employee-focused culture.

The Role

The Chief Estimator will manage the full estimating function, ensuring precision, efficiency, and competitiveness across multiple concurrent pursuits. Reporting to pre-construction leadership, this role will serve as a key link between estimating, project management, and operations. Success will be defined by delivering winning bids, mentoring a strong team of estimators, and ensuring seamless handoff into construction execution.

Responsibilities

Lead estimating operations across multiple bids and pursuits simultaneously.

Oversee and review project takeoffs, material pricing, and final bid proposals.

Ensure estimates are accurate, competitive, and submitted on time.

Mentor and develop Senior Estimators, Estimators, and junior staff, providing training and leadership.

Collaborate with pre-construction and project management teams to ensure smooth transition from estimating to project execution.

Drive consistency, efficiency, and continuous improvement in estimating processes.

Requirements

5–10 years of civil estimating experience with proven leadership responsibilities.

Strong technical knowledge of earthwork, grading, wet utilities, and mass excavation.

Experience across both public and private sector projects.

Advanced proficiency in AGTEK, Heavy Bid, HCSS, and On-Screen Takeoff.

Demonstrated ability to manage, mentor, and grow high-performing teams.

Salary

$150,000 – $180,000+ DOE, plus performance-based bonuses.

Location

Mesa, AZ, In Office

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a 100% Employee-Owned company with significant growth and stability.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile private and public infrastructure projects.
• Competitive pay, bonuses, and benefits package.
• Collaborative, fun culture with no micromanagement.
• Strong career growth opportunities through internal promotion

Benefits

Employee-ownership model with long-term wealth-building potential.

Competitive compensation and quarterly bonus program.

Full health benefits package and 401k with company match.

Company vehicle / allowance, phone, and laptop provided.

Supportive, growth-oriented culture with emphasis on work-life balance.