Estimator - Light Industrial Projects - Chicago, IL

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead conceptual budgeting, detailed estimating, and GMP development for ground-up construction projects.
• Prepare and review quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and pricing exercises to ensure accuracy and competitiveness.
• Develop, maintain, and improve historical cost databases to support future estimating efforts.
• Conduct scope gap analyses and commercial risk reviews to identify and mitigate potential project exposures.
• Lead bid leveling efforts and evaluate subcontractor proposals for completeness, value, and risk.
• Develop project buyout strategies and support subcontractor procurement activities.
• Manage subcontractor and vendor negotiations to secure the best value for project stakeholders.
• Create and administer bid packages, scopes of work, and procurement strategies.
• Coordinate preconstruction design efforts with owners, architects, engineers, and consultants.
• Lead constructability reviews and provide recommendations to improve efficiency, cost, and project execution.

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Top ENR firm seeking an Estimator for Light Industrial ProjectImpactful Work with a High Profile Client

• 8+ years of experience in Preconstruction or Estimating
• Experience preparing conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, and GMPs for light industrial construction projects.
• Strong background in commercial construction sectors.
• Experience managing preconstruction efforts for large-scale ground-up developments.
• Proven success performing quantity takeoffs, estimate reviews, and pricing analysis.
• Experience with subcontractor procurement, bid leveling, buyout strategies, and contract negotiations.
• Strong understanding of construction costs, means and methods, scheduling, and project delivery

Our client is a premier construction and development organization specializing in light industrial and hospitality projects. They have earned a strong reputation for delivering projects that combine thoughtful design, operational excellence, and high-quality construction to create lasting value for the communities they serve.

What makes this opportunity especially attractive is the company's culture. Employees describe an environment built around partnership, integrity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence. Rather than operating in silos, project teams work closely together, support one another, and embrace a "no task is too small" mentality to ensure project success. The leadership team is known for empowering field leaders, encouraging professional growth, and providing employees with the resources needed to succee

• Highly competitive base salary up to $150K
• ESOP Program!!!
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Generous paid time off and holiday package
• 1 Day WFH
• Stable project pipeline and long-term growth potential