We’re a fast-growing general contractor expanding our self-perform civil, municipal, heavy, and sitework operations while continuing to subcontract most vertical work. After incredible growth over the last 5 years, we’re building the next level of our preconstruction team.

We’re hiring a Estimating Manager — a senior estimator who leads our bid pipeline and produces high-quality estimates hands-on.

What You’ll Do

You’ll own civil precon from start to finish, including:

Lead & manage the bid pipeline
Organize bid calendar, go/no-go reviews, deadlines, and submissions
Track subcontractor/vendor outreach, quotes, leveling, and scope clarity
Prepare and review estimates (hands-on)
Perform takeoffs, build estimates, and develop pricing for civil/sitework/heavy projects
Review and mentor an entry estimator and support PM estimating contributions
Develop and maintain production-rate/means-and-methods pricing
Build and refine a real production-rate “playbook” tied to field feedback
Ensure estimates reflect how we actually self-perform work
Drive strong handoffs to Operations & PM
Create clear assumptions, inclusions/exclusions, risk items, and turnover notes
Support project teams through award and buyout
Improve win rate and margin
Run post-bid reviews to tighten pricing and targeting
Help us bid smarter, not just more

Types of Work We Estimate

Civil and municipal infrastructure
Sitework, grading, utilities, drainage
Heavy civil scopes
Self-perform earthwork, utilities, concrete, and related field production

What We’re Looking For

Required:

5+ years estimating experience in civil/sitework/heavy construction
Strong takeoff + estimate build skills
Real understanding of means & methods and production rates
Ability to manage multiple bids/month in a high-tempo environment
Comfortable leading a small team and owning outcomes

Preferred:

Experience estimating self-perform civil scopes
Municipal bid and compliance familiarity
Background working with DOT/City/County/utility owners
Estimating link, excel, Microsoft office 365, Stack, Planswift

What Success Looks Like

A clean, organized bid pipeline
Estimates that are tight, defendable, and aligned with field reality
Improved win rate through smarter targeting and sharper pricing
Strong turnovers that protect gross margin during execution
A precon team that runs smoothly without bottlenecks

Why Join Us

Company in growth mode — real opportunity to shape the estimating department
Self-perform focus — your production knowledge matters here
Company growth — Creating personal growth opportunity
Direct access to ownership and decision-makers
Competitive compensation based on experience + performance growth

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary (DOE)
Performance bonuses tied to wins and margin
Vehicle allowance or company truck (if applicable)
Health benefits / PTO / holidays (customize to your package)

How to Apply

Send your resume and a short note about your civil estimating experience to: HMontero@sageconstruction.net
Subject line: Working Estimating Manager

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Fuel reimbursement
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Sage Construction, LLC

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