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Senior Estimator - CMAR/Negotiated

Michael Page
  • Arlington, TX
  • $122,100–$151,600 Per Year
7 days ago

Job Description

  • Lead estimating and preconstruction efforts from conceptual budgeting through final GMP development.
  • Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs, conceptual estimates, and cost analyses.
  • Manage CMAR and negotiated project pursuits.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners.
  • Solicit, review, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals.
  • Participate in value engineering and constructability reviews.
  • Analyze drawings, specifications, schedules, and project requirements.
  • Support business development and client presentations during project pursuits.
  • Work closely with operations teams to ensure seamless project turnover.
  • Maintain historical cost data and market pricing trends.
  • Assist in developing bid strategies and risk assessments.
  • Collaborate with project teams throughout preconstruction and planning phases.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Help shape projects before the first shovel hits the ground.Join a builder known for repeat clients and negotiated work.

A successful Senior Estimator - CMAR/Negotiated should have:

  • 7+ years of estimating experience with a commercial construction general contractor.
  • Strong experience with CMAR project delivery and negotiated work.
  • Experience developing GMPs, conceptual budgets, and detailed estimates.
  • Background estimating commercial construction projects across multiple market sectors.
  • Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and sequencing.
  • Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

For decades, this commercial construction firm has delivered projects across education, healthcare, municipal, and other specialized markets. Their success has been built on strong client relationships, collaborative project delivery, and a commitment to bringing construction expertise to the table early in the process, resulting in a significant volume of repeat and negotiated work.

  • Salary range of $122,100 to $151,600.
  • Competitive bonus structure.
  • Company vehicle and gas card.
  • 401(k) plan with company contribution.
  • Comprehensive health benefits.
  • Generous paid time off (PTO).



If you're a Senior Estimator who enjoys building relationships, developing winning preconstruction strategies, and leading CMAR and negotiated pursuits, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for. Apply today and let's talk about how this role aligns with your next career move!

Numbers & Facts

LocationArlington, TX
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$122,100–$151,600 Per Year
Company Size500 to 999 employees
Year Founded1976
Websitehttp://www.michaelpage.com/

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the Americas, UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and Africa.

In the US, we focus on the areas of:

  • Advisory
  • Banking and Financial Services
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Engineering and Manufacturing
  • Healthcare & Life Sciences
  • Human Resources
  • Information Technology
  • Legal
  • Marketing
  • Page Personnel Office Support
  • Oil and Gas
  • Procurement and Supply Chain
  • Real Estate and Construction
  • Sales

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Budgetingunmatched
  • Business Developmentunmatched
  • Commercial Constructionunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Construction Estimatesunmatched
  • Construction Managementunmatched
  • Contract Requirementsunmatched
  • Cost Analysisunmatched
  • Cost Estimatesunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)unmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Historical Cost Principleunmatched
  • Market Trend Analysisunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Oil and Gasunmatched
  • Pricingunmatched
  • Project Scheduleunmatched
  • Risk Analysisunmatched
  • Sales Presentationunmatched
  • Strategic Analysisunmatched
  • Strategic Planningunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Value Engineeringunmatched

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