Description

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Estimator to join our team. This role is responsible for the overall project estimating process and will provide leadership, training, and mentoring to the estimating team. The Senior Estimator will work closely with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to evaluate cost factors and develop comprehensive construction estimates. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Estimating, this role is critical to ensuring accurate, competitive, and timely bids.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze construction documents, specifications, proposals, and related materials to develop accurate time, cost, and labor estimates.
Review and integrate historical data (e.g., purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis) into unit and man-hour estimates.
Attend pre-bid meetings and review specifications and drawings to understand the full scope of work.
Lead the estimating process for complex conceptual and final bid projects.
Provide technical guidance to team members preparing discipline-specific estimates.
Maintain detailed documentation to support all estimate figures.
Collaborate with the contracting department to prepare bid inquiries and evaluate subcontractor and supplier submissions.
Monitor awarded contracts and assist in pricing change orders, extra work items, and material procurement as needed.
Continuously mentor and support the growth and development of junior estimators.
Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs, labor, material, and equipment pricing using HCSS HeavyBid software (required).
Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes for completeness, scope alignment, and competitiveness.
Coordinate with operations to support project buyout and assist in developing budgets after project award.
Attend site visits to assess conditions affecting cost and constructability.
Ensure all estimates comply with company standards, safety requirements, and South Carolina DOT specifications.
Other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

achelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent field experience.
Minimum of 6 years of heavy-civil construction experience (previous field experience)
At least 4 years of hands-on estimating experience.
Proven ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders, including owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
HCSS HeavyBid experience is required.
Bluebeam, Agtek, AutoCAD, and digital takeoff experience preferred.
Experience with earthwork, utilities, roadway, and bridge projects in Upstate South Carolina region preferred.
Prior exposure to South Carolina DOT or municipal bid processes strongly desired.

Key Skills & Attributes:

Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
Proficient in industry-standard estimating software and tools.
Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills.
Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously.
Deep understanding of construction means, methods, and sequencing for heavy civil projects.
Ability to perform and review self-perform work estimates and risk analyses.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401K with company match
PTO, holidays, and paid winter shutdown
Professional development and career growth opportunities
Company vehicle and fuel card
Cell phone allowance

About Company

Morgan Corporation is the largest manufacturer of medium duty freight and refrigerated van and truck bodies in North America. Founded in 1952, as a small welding shop in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, on the site where Conestoga wagons were manufactured through the late 1800s, we have experienced tremendous growth and continue to look for additional expansion opportunities around the world. With a total of eleven manufacturing and five service facilities strategically located across the U.S. and Canada, Morgan is able to provide the quality, service, and prompt delivery our customers expect.

A subsidiary of J.B. Poindexter, a privately held diversified manufacturing company, Morgan Corporation offers a vast variety of career opportunities, internally as well as within the J.B. Poindexter family of companies. We offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability plans, 401K, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and more. We pride ourselves in team member development, performance, recognition, and a culture of diversity and respect. Whether you are taking the next step of your career or just beginning, joining Morgan’s winning team means being part of a great home away from home. You will be challenged. You will be proud.

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