Senior Estimator

A growing commercial general contractor is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead preconstruction and estimating efforts across a diverse portfolio of commercial projects. This role plays a critical leadership function in driving accurate budgets competitive bids and strong subcontractor coverage while partnering closely with project management clients and trade partners.

Senior Estimator What You Will Do

• Lead and manage all estimating activities for commercial construction projects from conceptual through final pricing
• Develop and oversee detailed cost estimates budgets and bid proposals based on plans specifications and scope
• Manage the full bid process including solicitation scope review leveling and final pricing
• Analyze drawings specifications and other documentation to prepare labor material and equipment estimates
• Review and validate quantity takeoffs subcontractor quotes and pricing assumptions
• Develop bid strategies schedules and general conditions in alignment with project goals
• Collaborate with architects engineers consultants and clients to ensure constructible cost effective designs
• Provide value engineering options and cost saving alternatives throughout preconstruction
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
• Track market conditions labor trends and material pricing to keep estimates current and competitive
• Support proposal development client presentations interviews and RFP responses
• Ensure smooth handoff of awarded projects to the construction team

Senior Estimator What You Bring

• Bachelor degree in Construction Management Civil Engineering Architecture or related field
• Seven to ten plus years of commercial construction estimating experience
• Three plus years in a senior or leadership estimating role
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction means methods and codes
• Proficiency with estimating tools such as Bluebeam OST ProEst or WinEst
• Familiarity with scheduling and project management platforms
• Strong analytical organizational and leadership skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast paced environment

Senior Estimator Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range of 100000 to 130000 depending on experience
• Full benefits including medical dental vision and 401k
• Paid time off and employee assistance program
• Office based role with occasional site and client visits