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Estimator - Site Development

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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $90,000 $130,000

Estimator Civil Site Development

Onsite at either Huntsville, AL or Scottsboro, AL

$90,000 $130,000 (DOE)

Seeking an experiencedEstimatorwith a strong background incivil site developmentto join a well-established and growing construction firm in the Huntsville/Scottsboro market. This role focuses exclusively onestimatingworking on a wide range of residential, commercial, and government projects, from subdivisions and multifamily developments to large-scale site packages exceeding $10M.

As part of a close-knit estimating team, youll play a key role in driving growth by producing competitive, accurate bids that win work in one of the fastest-growing construction markets in the Southeast.

What Youll Do

Prepare bids for projects ranging from$3M to $15M, with occasional projects up to$11M+and smaller jobs to keep crews engaged.

Manage a high volume of bids annually ($300M$400Mworth of proposals, supporting ~$40M in awarded contracts).

Perform detailed takeoffs, cost analysis, and bid packages forcivil site developmentprojects.

LeverageHCSS HeavyBid(or similar estimating software) to prepare and submit bids.

Stay engaged with market trends, project leads, and competitive opportunities in theHuntsville areas booming construction market.

Collaborate with the General Manager, Operations leadership, and fellow estimators to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and competitiveness.

What Were Looking For

5+ years of experience as an Estimator in civil site development (10+ years )

Strong background in sitework and civil projects (residential subdivisions, multifamily, commercial, or government).

Pre-existing market knowledge and connections in the Huntsville construction industry.

Proven ability to manage multiple bids and deliver accurate, competitive estimates under deadlines.

Proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid or similar estimating tools.

Candidates without civil/site development experience will not be considered.