Senior Estimator (Construction)

ZSG

Cincinnati, OH

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Bidding, Civil Engineering, Commercial Construction, Communication Skills, Construction Document Set, Construction Estimates, Construction Management, Construction Support, Cost Analysis, Cost Estimates, Data Collection, Mentoring, Negotiation Skills, Pricing, Process Improvement, Profit & Loss, Risk, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Cincinnati, OH
POSTED
4 days ago
The ZSG team is partnered with a leading commercial general contractor in Cincinnati, they are seeking a Senior Level Construction Estimator to join their local team:

Senior Estimator - Commercial Construction

Role Overview:

Lead the development of detailed, accurate cost estimates for commercial construction projects.

Work closely with project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and design professionals to define scopes, gather data, and produce competitive bids.

Help drive decisions around risk, materials, labor, equipment, and scheduling to ensure profitability and alignment with project goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Review and interpret drawings, specifications, and construction documents to determine project requirements.

Perform quantity takeoffs, prepare cost breakdowns, and analyze unit pricing.

Coordinate with suppliers/subcontractors for quotes, negotiate terms, and confirm pricing.

Identify risks and contingencies; incorporate risk mitigation in estimates.

Lead or mentor junior estimators; contribute to improving estimation processes.

Prepare and submit bids/proposals; ensure estimates are compliant, complete, and timely.

Possibly support both Construction Management (CM) and Lump Sum delivery methods.

Qualifications:

7-10 years of experience in commercial construction estimating.

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.

Proficiency with estimating tools/software (e.g. Bluebeam, Sage Estimating, On-Screen Takeoff etc.).

Strong analytical, numerical, and communication skills.

Ability to work non-standard hours when needed due to bid deadlines

Compensation:

Industry leading salary and benefits

Interested in learning more? Please email your resume to Andrey Bratulin, andrey@zsgtalent.com

About the Company

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ZSG

WHERE TALENT MEETS OPPORTUNITY.

We’re Zambito Search Group (ZSG), a leading  search firm specializing in professional level, middle management, and executive search.  ZSG was founded in 2002 by John Zambito, a nationally recognized recruiting expert. The firm identifies and places top performing individuals in the steel/manufacturing, construction/engineering, and banking/accounting/finance industries throughout the country.

Unlike other search firms that work off job postings, databases and replies to recruiting letters, we actively contact qualified individuals, not just the ones looking to make a change. We advise both clients and candidates on their status throughout the entire process, from interview to hire. The goal of our hands-on approach is a transparent and smooth process that leads to long-term satisfaction for both companies and candidates.

COMPANY SIZE
10 to 19 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
https://zsgtalent.com/