Estimator – Horizontal Division

Address 4926 Windy Hill Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27609, US

Compensation $55,000.00 - $/year

Drive Growth and Build Your Future - Join Lions Construction Company as an Estimator!

Company Name: Lions Construction Company Inc.

Salary Range: $55,000 base salary per year + Uncapped Commission (based on project margin). Someone meeting expectations in this role has the potential to make $105,000+

Employment Type: Full-Time

Lions Construction Company Inc. is seeking an experienced Estimator - Horizontal Division to help drive growth by bidding and winning sitework and utility projects. This role will focus on generating new business opportunities, preparing accurate estimates, and managing the planning and invoicing process on awarded jobs. The ideal candidate thrives in building strong client relationships, has extensive knowledge of civil construction, and is motivated by the opportunity to maximize earnings through uncapped commissions.

Lions Construction Company Inc., based in Raleigh, NC, is a licensed General Contractor specializing in site work, utilities, excavation, grading, paving and concrete, erosion control, demolition, and retaining/drainage structures. As a growing company, we offer tremendous opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. We are built on four core values:

• Integrity – We won't do a job if we wouldn't invest in it ourselves.
• Accountability – We do what we say we're going to do. We don't blame others; we succeed together.
• Persistence – We learn from setbacks and keep pushing forward.
• Finding Win-Win Solutions – We bring ideas that benefit everyone involved.

Joining Lions Construction means being part of a team where your contributions matter, your career can thrive, and your success directly impacts the company's growth.

• Develop and maintain client relationships to generate repeat business.
• Attend networking events and follow up with existing and former contacts.
• Qualify leads, schedule site visits, and determine project scope and timelines.
• Prepare and present accurate proposals and negotiate contracts.
• Collaborate with the Horizontal Superintendent to ensure smooth project planning and execution.
• Submit purchase orders and coordinate vendor materials and labor.
• Monitor project progress and ensure accurate invoicing and vendor payment approvals.
• Follow up after project completion to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Track and report metrics including proposals sent/won and project margins.

• 5+years of horizontal construction, construction management, and/or estimating experience.
• Strong knowledge of sitework and utility construction.
• Proven track record of converting bids into contracts.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and detail orientation.
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Gmail).
• Growth mindset and alignment with company core values.
• Base salary ($55,000) + uncapped commission structure based on project margin. Someone meeting expectations in this role has the potential to make $105,000+
• Bi-weekly pay cycle.
• Medical insurance.
• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, and sick days).
• Paid training and certifications.
• Uniforms provided.
• Profit sharing opportunities.
• Employee rewards and prizes.
• Career growth potential in a rapidly expanding company.

• Full-time, Monday-Friday.
• Additional hours may be required depending on project deadlines.

• Onsite in Raleigh, NC, with regional travel as needed.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.