Lead Estimator

Job Roles and Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual budgets, hard bid estimates, proposals, cost information, and project schedules.
• Review and interpret project blueprints, specifications, contracts, scope documents, and conceptual drawings.
• Develop and execute bid strategies for commercial construction projects.
• Manage the complete bid process from project inception through bid submission.
• Cook sub contractor bid solicitation and ensure adequate subcontractor coverage.
• Review vendor and subcontractor proposals for completeness, pricing, and scope.
• Conduct site visits and attend pre-bid meetings as required.
• Lead project turnover meetings by providing project teams with complete estimating documentation.
• Prepare project duration estimates, cost analyses, and budget reviews prior to submission.
• Develop subcontractor bid lists and maintain strong relationships with trade partners.
• Utilize computerized estimating systems and Microsoft Office to prepare competitive estimates.
• Collaborate with operations, accounting, project management, and other internal departments throughout the estimating process.
• Support construction teams during project execution with estimating-related information.
• Supervise estimating support staff and ensure timely completion of assigned work.

Qualifications and Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field preferred (relevant experience accepted in lieu of degree).
• Commercial construction estimating experience required.
• Experience estimating restaurants, schools, office buildings, retail, dealerships, multifamily, and ground-up commercial projects preferred.
• Strong blueprint, specification, and contract interpretation skills required.
• Experience managing the complete bid process required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required.
• Experience with Timberline Estimating Software preferred.
• Excellent mathematical, analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (no sponsorship available).