Senior Estimator, Excavation/Sitework

Spyglass Talent Solutions, a retained recruitment firm, has been engaged to conduct a search for a Senior Estimator with a well-established grading and utility contractor based in the Raleigh, North Carolina area. This contractor has been in business for almost a century, and has a strong reputation for delivering complex, large-scale sitework and infrastructure projects, including schools, universities, and major redevelopment work.With a solid backlog and history of successfully executing challenging commercial and institutional projects, this is a stable and rewarding environment for an experienced estimator looking to make an impact.Key ResponsibilitiesLead estimating efforts for assigned private and public projects, including document review, takeoffs, and cost analysis.Coordinate bid processes by distributing plans/specs and managing communication with subcontractors and suppliers.Perform detailed quantity takeoffs using HCSS HeavyBid and earthwork modeling tools like Agtek or Carlson.Analyze plans to define scope, identify risks, and propose value engineering options.Develop crew breakdowns, production rates, and duration schedules to support accurate cost projections.Communicate with subs, suppliers, and GCs to clarify scope, pricing, and bid assumptions.Ensure compliance with minority participation requirements and public project documentation.Collaborate with internal teams to align preconstruction planning with project execution.Participate in pre-bid meetings, handoffs, and coordination calls with clients, engineers, and developers.Respond to scope changes, plan updates, and change order requests throughout the preconstruction phase.Skills and Experience3+ years of estimating experience in grading, utilities, or civil sitework.Proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid, Agtek/Carlson, and Bluebeam.Strong knowledge of construction drawings, soils, and underground systems.Clear communicator with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Experience with complex commercial sites or public sector work is a plus.