Senior Estimator

Advantage Point Group is seeking a full‑time senior‑level estimator with General Contractor experience. This role focuses on developing thoughtful, accurate construction budgets for project owners, rather than competing on hard bids. The estimator will collaborate with owners, architects, and engineers to create realistic budgets and schedules from concept through completion.

Responsibilities

• Produce schematic development, design development, and construction document estimates for a variety of project types, including office, manufacturing, warehouse, laboratory, cleanrooms, renovations, remodels, and new construction.
• Handle project values ranging from $100,000 to $100 million.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and consultants throughout the design and estimating process.
• Develop and maintain construction schedules that support owner planning requirements, including facility shutdowns, phased construction, and operational downtime.
• Provide independent, in‑house estimating services directly to project owners to aid capital‑expenditure budgeting and cost validation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related construction discipline.
• 10+ years of estimating experience with a General Contractor.
• Strong understanding of commercial and industrial construction costs, methods, and sequencing.
• Ability to work collaboratively with owners, architects, engineers, and consultants.
• Local to the Twin Cities (relocation packages not offered).

Skills

• Proficiency with SAGE Estimating, Microsoft Excel, Astra Scheduling, and BidScreen XL.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical ability.
• Experience developing and maintaining construction schedules.
• Experience with manufacturing, laboratory, or mission‑critical facility projects (preferred).

Compensation

$45.50 to $62.50 per hour ($95,000 to $130,000 annual). Time‑and‑a‑half paid over 40 hours per week.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Flexible schedule

Schedule

• Full‑time, Monday through Friday
• On‑site during core business hours
• Flexible schedule available