Estimating Manager

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APAC-Atlantic, part of CRH’s South Division, is a leader in the production of high-quality hot mix and warm mix asphalt, serving the Coastal Georgia and Low Country South Carolina markets for over 70 years. No matter how big or small the paving project is, APAC-Atlantic’s goal on any project is to finish on time and on budget. But most importantly, our goal is to make sure the project uses the right materials and construction methods proven to last. From paving and project management to materials, we have you covered. Are you ready to join the best in the business? At APAC-Atlantic, we’re more than just a team. We’re a family. APAC-Atlantic is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify Participant.
Build the Work. Lead the Strategy. Shape What’s Next.
APAC is seeking an experienced Estimating Manager to lead estimating activities across our Georgia and South Carolina operations.
This is more than a traditional estimating role. We are looking for a leader who understands the heavy civil construction business, can develop winning bid strategies, and knows how to bring estimating and operations together to deliver profitable, executable work.
As Estimating Manager, you will lead and develop our estimating team while partnering closely with operations, business development, finance, and senior leadership. You will help determine which opportunities we pursue, how we position ourselves to win, and how we translate successful bids into successful projects.
What You’ll Do
Lead the estimating function for public and private heavy civil construction opportunities across Georgia and South Carolina.
Manage the estimating process from initial opportunity evaluation through final bid submission and project handoff.
Review plans, specifications, contracts, quantities, production assumptions, labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor pricing.
Develop competitive bid strategies that balance growth, profitability, operational capacity, and risk.
Lead pre-bid and bid-review discussions with operations and senior leadership.
Lead, coach, and develop estimators, establishing clear expectations and building technical and leadership capability within the team.
Partner closely with construction and operational leaders to ensure estimates reflect realistic production capabilities and market conditions.
Facilitate effective handoffs of awarded projects to operations, including key scope, pricing, production, schedule, and risk assumptions.
Analyze bid results, hit rates, backlog, margins, and project performance to continuously improve estimating accuracy and competitiveness.
Monitor market conditions, competitor activity, material pricing, labor availability, and upcoming infrastructure opportunities.
Build productive relationships with customers, agencies, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and other business partners.
Champion consistent estimating processes, technology, data, and best practices across the business.
Promote APAC's commitment to safety by ensuring project-specific safety, traffic control, and operational requirements are appropriately incorporated into estimates.
What You Bring
We’re looking for a leader who combines strong technical estimating expertise with business judgment and the ability to develop others.
Preferred qualifications include:
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience will also be considered.
7+ years of progressive experience in estimating, project management, or construction operations.
Previous leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
Experience estimating heavy highway, asphalt paving, grading, site development, utilities, or related heavy civil construction.
Demonstrated experience leading complex public and private bids.
Strong understanding of construction production rates, labor, equipment, materials, scheduling, and project sequencing.
Ability to interpret plans, specifications, contracts, and technical requirements.
Strong commercial judgment with experience evaluating project risk and profitability.
Excellent analytical, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and bid deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Employment type
Full Time