Lead Industrial Construction Estimator

Lead Industrial Construction Estimator

Salary Range: $160,000–$200,000 annually

Position Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Lead Industrial Construction Estimator to lead the development of accurate, competitive cost estimates for industrial construction projects. This individual will oversee the estimating and bidding process, evaluate project risks, develop pricing strategies, and collaborate with project management, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to support successful project execution and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead conceptual, budgetary, and detailed estimates for industrial construction projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and contract documents to develop accurate project pricing.
• Perform and oversee quantity takeoffs, labor productivity analysis, material pricing, equipment costs, and subcontractor bids.
• Coordinate bid solicitation, subcontractor evaluations, bid reviews, and final proposal preparation.
• Identify cost risks, scope gaps, contingencies, and value engineering opportunities.
• Collaborate with operations and project management to develop construction strategies and realistic project budgets.
• Mentor estimating staff and maintain estimating standards, cost databases, and historical pricing information.
• Conduct estimate handoffs to project teams and support cost control and change-order pricing as needed.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of estimating experience in industrial construction, heavy civil, mechanical, or related construction sectors.
• Proven experience leading estimates for complex industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, labor productivity, materials, equipment, and subcontractor pricing.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and construction estimating or quantity takeoff software.
• Excellent analytical, communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

What We Offer

• Competitive annual salary of $160,000–$200,000, based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to lead estimating efforts on complex industrial construction projects.
• Collaborative working environment with project leadership and operations teams.
• Benefits and additional compensation opportunities, as applicable.

Ideal Candidate: A detail-oriented estimating leader with strong technical expertise, sound commercial judgment, and the ability to develop competitive estimates while protecting project margins and supporting successful construction outcomes. To apply please send resumes to mitch.johnson@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.