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Chief Estimator

Job in Marietta, Cobb County, Georgia, 30064, USA
Listing for: Hardscapes Company
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-15
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Estimator, Procurement / Purchasing
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 125000 - 150000 USD Yearly USD 125000.00 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Free food & snacks
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Schedule / Expected

    Work Hours:

    Full-time, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Job Description

The Chief Estimator lays the financial and technical groundwork for every project we pursue. By producing precise, well-structured bids, this role directly contributes to winning the right jobs and setting the company up for smooth, profitable execution. A strong estimate helps ensure we go into each project with clarity, confidence, and alignment.

Responsibilities
  • Analyze construction drawings, scope documents, and specifications
  • Break down and quantify materials, labor, and equipment costs
  • Coordinate with the Pre-Construction Sales to align on bid strategy and prioritization
  • Input and refine items in Pro Estimate to streamline accuracy
  • Prepare and submit comprehensive bid packages in the required formats
  • Track and manage multiple bid versions and resubmissions
  • Participate in project handoff meetings once jobs are awarded
  • Maintain a well-organized archive of past bids for future benchmarking
  • Monitor estimating trends and continuously refine pricing accuracy
Qualifications
  • Exceptionally detail-oriented and methodical
  • Comfortable reading architectural drawings and interpreting specifications
  • Strong mathematical and analytical thinking
  • Able to manage multiple bid cycles with evolving requirements
  • Consistently organized and deadline-driven
  • Capable of working independently while staying aligned with sales goals
  • Proficient in estimating and takeoff tools (e.g., , Bluebeam)
Measurable Metrics/ Problems to Solve
  • Bid win rate
  • % variance between estimated vs. actual material/labor costs
  • % of bids submitted on time
  • % of rework cycles per project
  • Improve item accuracy in Pro Estimate, reducing submittal and procurement times significantly
  • Build and maintain a historical pricing reference sheet by job type
  • Aid in the development of a smoother bid-to-handoff process with Sales and Ops
Company Mission

We are experts in high-end architectural hard surface installations. We bring vision to reality through flawless craftsmanship, rigorous standards, and exceptional project execution—on time, every time.

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