The Fordy Group
About the Role
The Fordy Group are working along side an established heavy civil construction contractor is seeking an experienced
Chief Estimator
to lead our estimating team. This leadership position oversees all bidding activities for grading, utilities, storm drainage, concrete, paving, and site development projects across the Southeast region. The Chief Estimator will play a key role in ensuring bid accuracy, competitiveness, and risk management while maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop the estimating team; establish accuracy and efficiency standards. Develop bid strategies and oversee bid/no-bid decisions. Prepare and review detailed cost estimates, takeoffs, and production assumptions. Identify and mitigate project risks including utilities, geotechnical issues, traffic control, and phasing. Finalize bid pricing, markups, and contingencies. Manage subcontractor and vendor coverage and oversee pre-bid clarifications. Conduct comprehensive job handoffs to operations teams post-award. Ensure full compliance with DOT, municipal, and private-sector bid requirements.
Qualifications 10+ years
of heavy civil estimating experience, including DOT and private work. In-depth knowledge of earthwork, utilities, concrete, and paving operations. Proficiency with
HCSS HeavyBid
(or similar),
Bluebeam , and
Microsoft Excel . Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills. Bachelors degree in
Construction Management ,
Civil Engineering , or a related field (preferred).
What We Offer Competitive salary and
performance incentives Employee ownership culture (ESOP) Comprehensive
health, dental, vision, and life insurance Vehicle allowance 401(k)
retirement plan
Chief Estimator
to lead our estimating team. This leadership position oversees all bidding activities for grading, utilities, storm drainage, concrete, paving, and site development projects across the Southeast region. The Chief Estimator will play a key role in ensuring bid accuracy, competitiveness, and risk management while maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop the estimating team; establish accuracy and efficiency standards. Develop bid strategies and oversee bid/no-bid decisions. Prepare and review detailed cost estimates, takeoffs, and production assumptions. Identify and mitigate project risks including utilities, geotechnical issues, traffic control, and phasing. Finalize bid pricing, markups, and contingencies. Manage subcontractor and vendor coverage and oversee pre-bid clarifications. Conduct comprehensive job handoffs to operations teams post-award. Ensure full compliance with DOT, municipal, and private-sector bid requirements.
Qualifications 10+ years
of heavy civil estimating experience, including DOT and private work. In-depth knowledge of earthwork, utilities, concrete, and paving operations. Proficiency with
HCSS HeavyBid
(or similar),
Bluebeam , and
Microsoft Excel . Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills. Bachelors degree in
Construction Management ,
Civil Engineering , or a related field (preferred).
What We Offer Competitive salary and
performance incentives Employee ownership culture (ESOP) Comprehensive
health, dental, vision, and life insurance Vehicle allowance 401(k)
retirement plan