Estimator Division One

Who We Are

We are often the first interaction a client has with Subsurface shaping projects before construction ever begins.

Subsurface Construction Company is a design-build geotechnical specialty contractor serving the Southeast since 1995. We deliver excavation support and deep foundation systemssoil nail walls soldier pile walls sheet pile walls ground anchors rock bolts micropiles and aggregate pierson complex high-risk jobsites.

Our culture is built on core values that guide how we work in the field and with our partners earning our reputation of being Responsive Reliable & Fair:

Our Core Values

• Honest We are honest with our clients and each other even at the risk of financial loss.
• Respectful We treat one another as we would like to be treated.
• Self-Motivated We are self-motivated to do good work while continuously improving.
• Creative We provide creative solutions even if the solution eliminates our work.

Join the Subsurface Team

Were Hiring an Estimator

This is not a quantity-takeoff-only role.

At Subsurface the Estimator supports the development of technical solutions client relationships and successful project execution prior to mobilization.

If you believe strong estimating combines engineering judgment creativity discipline and follow-throughand that poor estimates create downstream failureskeep reading.

If you prefer transactional bidding minimal client interaction or passing problems to operations this role is not for you.

The Mission

Your mission is to prepare complete accurate bids that can be executed safely and profitably in the field.

Success in this role means:

• Clients trust your recommendations and pricing.
• Projects are bid with realistic production scope and risk assumptions.
• Project Managers receive clear thorough handoffs.
• Win rate margin and bid volume goals are met consistently.

Winning work that cannot be built safely fairly or profitably is failure.

Who This Role Is For

This role is for someone who:

• Is honest about risk scope gaps and cost drivers.
• Is respectful in negotiations and client interactions.
• Is self-motivated and manages priorities independently.
• Applies creative problem-solving to project-specific challenges.
• Is responsive to clients engineers and internal teams.
• Is reliable in estimates follow-up and commitments.
• Is fair in pricing and expectation-setting

You perform best when:

• Expectations are clear
• Accountability is measured
• Collaboration is purposeful

What You Will Do

• Prepare and sell proposals for aggregate piers support of excavation and deep foundations.
• Maintain a safe approach to completing work and adhering to the company safety plan.
• Propose safe constructable profitable solutions for support of excavation and deep foundation opportunities presented by our customers.
• Approach each opportunity with creativity and an attitude expecting success.
• Develop and budget workable solutions to project-specific challenges.
• Identify and plan for probable issues related to each project.
• Work with our design engineers to develop creative solutions and solve challenging issues.
• Pre-bid job site reconnaissance as needed.
• Preparation and submission of proposals and attend post-bid interviews.
• Serve as the liaison between the clients project team and SCCs operations team.
• Manage your work and personal schedule effectively.
• Maintain 30%-win rate at minimum GP/week budget goal.
• Maintain company win rate and bid profit margin goals.
• Contribute proportionally to the annual bid volume goal.
• Prepare and execute a thorough handoff of successful bids to our operations team.
• Utilize and contribute to the improvement of interdepartmental project handoff processes.
• Aggressively follow up on submitted proposals through the pending process in efforts to promote SCCs likelihood of award.
• Manage post-bid changes and updates before handoff.
• Develop backup for change order pricing.
• Participate in project progress meetings as needed.
• Ensure timely and regular attendance.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of employment.

What You Must Bring

Required

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Heavy Civil Construction or Geotechnical Construction.
• BS degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Strong project management experience in general construction drilling anchors micropiles earth retention grouting ground improvement and excavation.
• Solid understanding of all project contractual requirements and proven experience working effectively as a liaison with Engineers General Contractors and Owners.
• In-depth understanding of engineering principles that govern the design of earth retention ground improvement and deep foundation systems.
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency using Bluebeam Microsoft Office Suite AutoCAD and Salesforce typical artificial intelligence models.
• Strong professional written & verbal communication skills are required.
• Day travel and occasional overnight travel required.

Why Subsurface

We provide:

• 100% Employer Paid Health Insurance.
• 9 Paid Holidays.
• 401K Matching.
• Quarterly Company Performance Bonus.
• Opportunities for continued development.
• A family-oriented work culture grounded in faith respect and integrity.