Heavy Civil Estimator at Summers-Taylor, Inc. – Johnson City, Tennessee

Position Title: Heavy Civil Estimator
Date_Posted: 02/27/2026
Location: Johnson City , TN
Job Category: Office Administration
Salary Interval: Salary / Full - Time

Pay Range: N/A

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Position Description

Job Summary:

The Heavy Civil Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for large-scale civil construction projects, including concrete structures, bridges, piping systems, asphalt paving, grading, and environmental construction. This role requires a deep understanding of heavy civil operations in both public and private markets, with the ability to analyze plans, specifications, and project requirements to deliver precise bids and proposals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with preconstruction and project teams to fully understand project scope, schedule, and requirements.
2. Develop detailed and accurate cost estimates and quantity take-offs for all aspects of heavy civil work, including:
3. Structural and flatwork concrete
4. Bridge construction
5. Underground piping and utilities
6. Asphalt paving and grading
7. Environmental and site development projects
8. Prepare bid packages, cost breakdowns, and supporting documentation for timely submission.
9. Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and geotechnical reports.
10. Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and ensure scope coverage.
11. Manage change order pricing and assist with project cost control during execution.
12. Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project coordination sessions with senior estimators, project managers, and field leadership.
13. Maintain accurate records of estimates, proposals, and progress reports for internal and client review.

Benefits:

1. Competitive Pay
2. Paid Time Off
3. Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
4. Life Insurance
5. Short-term disability
6. 401(k) w/generous employer contributions

Summers-Taylor, Inc., is the largest heavy and highway construction contractor in Northeast Tennessee, and has been in business since 1932. From large interstate highways to small commercial site development and homebuilding, Summers-Taylor deals with a wide variety of types of work and employs over 750 employees from Bristol to Nashville. We value our customers and our employees, and our reputation for delivering quality work has been built for four generations of family leadership covering over nine decades.

Position Requirements

Qualifications:

1. Experience: Minimum 5–7 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction (bridges, concrete, piping, asphalt, grading, environmental).
2. Technical Skills:
3. Proficiency with estimating software (e.g., HCSS HeavyBid, Bid2Win, or similar).
4. Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, civil plans, and specifications.
5. High school diploma required; degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
6. Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
7. Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
8. Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Summers-Taylor, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company-sponsored employee activities. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by the company where appropriate.

As part of the company’s equal employment opportunity policy, Summers-Taylor, Inc. will also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that minority group individuals, females, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities.

Employees and applicants shall not be subjected to harassment, intimidation or any type of retaliation because they have (1) filed a complaint; (2) assisted or participated in an investigation, compliance review, hearing or any other activity related to the administration of any federal, state or local law requiring equal employment opportunity; (3) opposed any act or practice made unlawful by any federal, state or local law requiring equal opportunity; or (4) exercised any other legal right protected by federal, state or local law requiring equal opportunity.

The above-mentioned policies shall be periodically brought to the attention of supervisors and shall be appropriately administered. It is the responsibility of each supervisor of the company to ensure affirmative implementation of these policies to avoid any discrimination in employment. All employees are expected to recognize these policies and cooperate with their implementation. Violation of these policies is a disciplinary offense.

The Affirmative Action Officer has been assigned to direct the establishment and monitor the implementation of personnel procedures to guide our affirmative action program throughout Summers-Taylor, Inc. A notice explaining the company’s policy will remain posted.

Address/Office Location: 600 Sevier Street, Johnson City, TN 37604

Telephone: 423-543-3181