Top 49 Chief building engineer Jobs in Durham, Nc

Senior Construction Estimator
Sullivan Estern Inc. —Morrisville, NC
- From $62,500 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- 5 years
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Chief Engineer | Durham Marriott City Center
Durham Marriott City Center —Durham, NC
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- English
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Chief Engineer
Courtyard Durham Duke University/Downtown —Durham, NC
- $34 - $37 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Hotel
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Director of Facilities Operations
North Carolina Central University —Durham, NC
- Full-time
- Office
- University
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Chief Maintenance Engineer
CMC Hotels —Cary, NC
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Apartments
- Organizational skills
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Chief Engineer
White Lodging Services Corporation —Raleigh, NC
- Weekends as needed
- Hotel
- Continuous improvement
- Plumbing
- Paid parental leave
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Chief of Staff, AI Engineering - REMOTE
Lenovo —Morrisville, NC
- $180,000 - $246,215 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Azure
- Computer Science
- Analysis skills
Leading Building Enginner
Bridge Commercial Real Estate —Raleigh, NC
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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CP RALIEGH - EMPEROR BLVD LLC —Durham, NC
- Mid-level
- Hotel
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Chief Engineer I, Crabtree Valley Mall - Full Time
Macy’s —Raleigh, NC
- $28.22 - $45.63 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- 5 years
- Store discount
- Paid holidays
Building Engineer
Accesso Services —Durham, NC
- Overtime
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Director of QA & QC
Cooper Tacia Management LLC —Raleigh, NC
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Construction site
- Fuel card
- Paid holidays
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Architect, AI & Agentic Platforms
Jaggaer —Durham, NC
- Full-time
- Remote
- Azure
- Oracle
- 11+ years
- Health insurance
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Maintenance Engineer - Part Time
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mebane —Mebane, NC
- From $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- Plumbing
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Senior Subject Matter Expert (SME): Infrastructure Asset Management, Transportation Maintenance & Operations
Thompson Engineering —Raleigh, NC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Senior level
- Professional Engineer
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Maintenance Technician (Part Time) - Hotel/Hospitality
Waterwalk Hospitality —Morrisville, NC
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- Communication skills
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Engineer I, Crabtree Valley Mall - Full Time
Macy’s —Raleigh, NC
- $20.58 - $36.06 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Heavy lifting
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Store discount
- Paid holidays
Hotel Maintenance Tech
Hampton Inn & Suites —Chapel Hill, NC
- $18 - $19 an hour
- Part-time
- No education required
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Sheraton —Chapel Hill, NC
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Office
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Senior QA Automation Engineer / SDET
ENFOS, Inc. —Durham, NC
- $120,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- JavaScript
- Mentoring
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Senior Construction Estimator

Sullivan Estern Inc. -
Morrisville, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
From $62,500 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Construction specifications
Bluebeam
Microsoft Excel
PlanSwift
Spreadsheets
Construction plans
HeavyBid
Construction drawing review
Working on construction projects in a civil infrastructure role
Construction industry experience
Estimating construction project budgets
Estimation for government construction
Cost estimate preparation
Productivity software
Commercial building projects
Technical Proficiency

Full Job Description

Senior Construction Estimator

Location: Morrisville, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Preconstruction / Estimating
Reports To: Chief Estimator / Director of Preconstruction

WHO WE ARE

At Sullivan Eastern, Inc., we build more than infrastructure—we build trust, reliability, and lasting partnerships. For nearly a century, we've been one of North Carolina's leading heavy civil contractors specializing in site development, grading, underground utilities, earthwork, and infrastructure construction. Our success is built on our Safety First 24/7 culture, integrity, accountability, and commitment to delivering exceptional results for our clients.

As our project portfolio continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead the estimating process for complex commercial, institutional, municipal, and private heavy civil construction projects.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Estimator plays a critical leadership role within Sullivan Eastern's Preconstruction Department. This individual is responsible for developing comprehensive, competitive, and accurate cost estimates for grading, underground utilities, site development, and heavy civil construction projects.

The ideal candidate possesses strong technical estimating expertise, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with project managers, operations teams, subcontractors, engineers, and clients throughout the preconstruction process. This position directly impacts Sullivan Eastern's continued growth by helping secure profitable projects through strategic bidding and cost planning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIESEstimating & Cost Analysis

Lead estimating efforts for assigned commercial, institutional, municipal, and private site development projects.
Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents to determine project scope and requirements.
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for:
Earthwork
Grading
Underground utilities
Storm drainage
Water and sewer systems
Site improvements
Prepare complete cost estimates including:
Labor
Equipment
Materials
Subcontractors
Temporary facilities
General conditions
Develop accurate production rates, crew compositions, equipment utilization, and project durations.
Analyze project risks and recommend pricing strategies that maximize competitiveness while protecting company profitability.
Identify value engineering opportunities and constructability improvements.

Bid Management

Coordinate the complete bid process from project solicitation through bid submission.
Distribute plans and specifications using ShareFile or similar document management platforms.
Solicit pricing from subcontractors and suppliers.
Evaluate vendor proposals for completeness, scope alignment, and competitiveness.
Clarify scope, exclusions, assumptions, and pricing with subcontractors, suppliers, engineers, and owners.
Ensure bid packages comply with all public and private bid requirements, including MWBE/DBE participation where applicable.
Track addenda, revisions, and scope changes throughout the bidding process.

Preconstruction Leadership

Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and operations teams during project planning.
Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, coordination meetings, and client presentations.
Assist with project handoffs following successful contract awards.
Support budgeting, scheduling, and procurement planning during the transition from estimating to construction.
Provide pricing for change orders, scope revisions, and negotiated work.

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

Maintain organized estimating files, historical cost databases, and bid documentation.
Monitor market trends affecting labor, equipment, fuel, and material pricing.
Continuously improve estimating procedures and cost databases.
Assist with mentoring junior estimators and contributing to estimating best practices.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction, grading, underground utilities, or site development.
Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
Experience estimating commercial, municipal, or public infrastructure projects.
Proficiency with estimating software such as:
HCSS HeavyBid
Agtek
Carlson
Bluebeam
Planswift or equivalent
Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
Experience with DOT, municipal, educational, or institutional construction projects.
Knowledge of North Carolina heavy civil construction markets.
Familiarity with local subcontractors, suppliers, and production rates.
Experience with earthwork modeling software.

WHAT MAKES YOU SUCCESSFUL

Strong attention to detail.
Strategic thinker with excellent decision-making skills.
Self-motivated and highly organized.
Collaborative team player.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment to safety, integrity, and quality.
Passion for delivering accurate, competitive estimates.

WHY JOIN SULLIVAN EASTERN?

At Sullivan Eastern, you'll join a company with nearly 100 years of industry excellence, where your expertise directly contributes to building communities across North Carolina. We value collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and employee development.

We Offer

Competitive salary
Performance-based bonus opportunities
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Company-paid Life Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Professional development opportunities
Career advancement within a growing heavy civil contractor
A collaborative, safety-driven workplace culture

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) Company Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays

Work Location: In Person – Morrisville, NC

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sullivan Eastern, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status

Pay: From $62,500.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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