Estimator- Concrete Division

Overview NexGen is looking to add a Concrete Estimator to join their growing team! Responsibilities Why NexGen? NexGen Contracting, the self-perform arm of Gray, is based in Franklin, TN, and specializes in executing turnkey project scopes, including concrete, steel, millwright, and finishes. NexGen is fully integrated with Gray Construction and serves as a preferred subcontractor. The NexGen team is made of career, trade-specific professionals and core craftsmen with decades of experience who are dedicated to meeting our customers’ unique needs. Position Overview: NexGen Contracting is seeking a skilled Concrete Estimator responsible for reviewing RFPs, completing quantity take-offs, compiling cost estimates, soliciting bids, verifying scopes, preparing proposals, and participating in bid review, pre-award and post-bid meetings. This role also involves assisting the Senior Estimator and Preconstruction Manager as required. Qualifications Key Responsibilities: Review RFPs to determine company interest in pursuits. Complete quantity take-offs and document reviews for cost estimates. Solicit bids and proposals from vendors. Verify scopes and level bids from vendors and suppliers. Prepare proposals and participate in bid review and pre-award meetings. Assist with project turnover after award. Conduct job walks to observe field conditions that may impact construction activities and potential bids. Negotiation of bids to obtain competitive pricing from vendors and suppliers. Support the Senior Estimator and Preconstruction Manager as needed. Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or closely related field), and 4 years of related experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of 2 years of experience cost estimating for successful large commercial self-perform concrete projects. Ability to work extended hours as required by projects schedules or urgent circumstances. Must be able to travel up to 15% of the time (in-state and out-of-state). Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, CMiC is a plus. Familiarity with Sage Estimating and Planswift is a plus. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Effective planning and resource management skills. Attention to detail and a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. Visa Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Physical Demands & Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the team member is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and arms, reach, and talk or hear. They are regularly required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs, and occasionally lift or move up to 100 lbs. Specific vision abilities include accurate near and distant vision. Frequently in a normal office environment where noise level is moderate and temperature/humidity is controlled. Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and outside weather conditions. May be exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold and/or heat, risk of electrical shock, explosives and vibrations. Noise level on the job site is normally moderate to loud. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities. EEO Disclaimer Gray is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. #NexGen #LI-VP1