Estimator

Job ID: 516054

Talley Construction, A CRH Company, has been a trusted source for highway development and general contracting in the areas around Chattanooga Tennessee, North Georgia and Northeast Alabama. For over 50 years, Talley Construction has established a reputation for quality and innovation. We recognize that our success is directly related to the talents, hard work, and dedication of the individuals who have joined our family. At Talley Construction, we invest in our people, by offering competitive wages, benefits and the opportunity to grow a career.

If you're looking for a challenging career with growth potential and commitment to being the best in the industry, come join our family!

Talley Construction is seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Estimator to join our team. This role is critical to the success of our projects, ensuring accurate cost projections and competitive bids for heavy civil construction work, including roadway, bridge, and site development projects.

The Estimator will be responsible for analyzing project plans and specifications, preparing comprehensive cost estimates, and collaborating with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to develop winning proposals. This position requires strong analytical skills, construction knowledge, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Duties will include:

• Quantity Take-off for site work including grading, storm drain, and utilities
• Prepare full-service cost estimate for various site construction projects
• Solicitation for material and sub quotes
• Analyze construction risk through site visits, plan interpreting and scope understanding
• Rough Estimate Scheduling
• Must be able to read plans (Both Civil and Architectural)
• Willingness to be flexible in duties and have a "get-it-done" attitude
• Must pass post offer drug screen
• Must provide proof of eligibility to legally work in the US.
• All new hires will be processed through E - Verify
• Some travel may be required
• Prepare detailed reports and information packets and clearly communicate all aspects of the bid to field personnel on bids that are awarded.
• Independently estimates a large sized project.
• Prepares detailed estimates by completing takeoff, using past cost history and conferring with field personnel.
• Maintains files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.

• • Minimum 3-5 years of proven experience as Estimator or similar position
• • Estimating experience for large civil site development in both the residential and commercial market
• • Estimating experience for roadway construction and working with DOT/Municipalities
• • Estimating experience in underground utilities (Water, Sewer, Storm)
• • Project Management experience preferred but not required
• • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Outlook and Word required
• • Proficiency using Take-Off software (Agtek Preferred)
• • Proficiency using Estimating Software (HCSS Heavybid Preferred)

• • Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field preferred but not required

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion