Summary
We are seeking an Estimator (Demolition & Environmental Remediation) to join our team
and play a key role in growing and shaping this expanding this portion of our business. This
role is ideal for an experienced estimator who understands that successful remediation and
demolition work depends on sound risk evaluation, regulatory awareness, and strong
preconstruction strategy, not just takeoffs and pricing.
The Estimator will support competitive pursuits today while helping position the company
for more negotiated, alternative-delivery, and repeat client work as the business grows.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Estimating & Preconstruction
Prepare detailed cost estimates for demolition, environmental remediation, reclamation,
and restoration projects, generally ranging from $1M to $50M. Review and interpret plans,
technical specifications, environmental site assessments, RAPs, geotechnical data, waste
profiles, and disposal requirements. Develop scopes and pricing for hazardous materials
abatement, soil, sediment, and groundwater remediation, industrial and selective
demolition, and regulated waste disposal. Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing for labor,
equipment, materials, subcontractors, and disposal facilities.
Risk & Compliance
Identify, evaluate, and price risks related to environmental liability, unknown site
conditions, regulatory compliance, permitting, and waste classification. Support pursuit
decisions and pricing strategy. Ensure compliance with EPA, OSHA, and HAZWOPER
requirements. Participate in value engineering and means-and-methods development.
Subcontractor & Vendor Coordination
Solicit and evaluate pricing from specialty subcontractors and vendors. Assist in developing
preferred vendor relationships.
Collaboration & Handoff
Work closely with environmental, operations, and field teams. Support project handoff and
execution planning. Contribute to estimating tools and best practices.
Supervisory Responsibilities
• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities but may coordinate
projects or tasks involving other departments or team members as directed by the
Vice President of Preconstruction.
Requirements
5+ years of estimating experience with demolition and/or environmental remediation.
Experience with demolition, remediation, and hazardous materials. Strong regulatory
knowledge. Proficiency with estimating software such as HeavyBid, InEight, or Bluebeam.
Ability to attend site walks and meet HAZWOPER requirements.
Preferred Experience
EPA, DoD, DoE, or state remediation projects. Alternative delivery methods. Industrial or
utility clients. Union and non-union environments.
Location & Travel
Knoxville, TN. Some Travel required.
Candidates that accept an offer of employment are required to undergo and successfully
complete a pre-employment physical examination. This exam is essential to ensure that all
potential employees meet the necessary health and fitness standards for the role. The
examination includes a series of tests and evaluations conducted by a certified medical
professional to assess overall physical health, identify any potential medical conditions that
could interfere with job performance, and verify that the candidate is capable of safely
performing the essential duties of the position.
Completion and clearance of this physical are mandatory steps in the hiring process