Senior Estimator

Company Overview

MacDonald‑Miller Facility Solutions (“MacMiller”) is the Northwest’s leading mechanical contracting firm, designing, delivering, and servicing HVAC, plumbing, and automation system solutions for commercial buildings. With over 1,600 employees across 14 offices, the company handles new construction, special projects, service, building controls, and energy‑sustainable solutions for private and public sector clients.

Core Culture Values

• Collaboration: Diverse players, one team, a common vision. Every team member is valued and brings a diversity of strengths.
• Dedication: Commitment to personal and professional excellence; doing the right thing and following through.
• Safety: A safe workplace is an attitude and environment; everyone goes home to their families.
• Community: Building relationships, creating a welcoming, caring, and trusting environment.
• Innovation: Continuous, creative problem solving to stay an industry leader.
• Fun: Take work seriously but never take ourselves too seriously.

Role Overview

The Senior Estimator will lead the development of accurate, competitive, and well‑documented estimates for complex projects. This senior‑level contributor shapes bid strategy, mentors estimators, and partners closely with operations, engineering, and leadership to drive profitable, well‑executed work.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive, accurate estimates that capture project scope, risk, and opportunity.
• Review drawings, specifications, schedules, and contract documents to identify scope gaps, clarifications, and risks.
• Conduct site visits and constructability reviews to validate assumptions and pricing.
• Develop detailed takeoffs, pricing models, and cost summaries aligned with company standards.
• Partner with project managers, engineers, operations, and trade partners to align estimates with execution strategies.
• Provide pre‑construction insight on phasing, labor strategy, logistics, and risk mitigation.
• Present estimates, assumptions, and bid strategies to internal leadership and external stakeholders.
• Mentor junior estimators to elevate team capability and consistency.
• Apply business judgment to evaluate project risk, margin, and competitiveness.
• Stay current on labor trends, material pricing, market conditions, and competitor activity.
• Identify value‑engineering opportunities and alternative approaches to improve cost, schedule, or constructability.
• Contribute to bid/no‑bid decisions and long‑term estimating strategy.
• Lead the estimating process from pursuit through turnover, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and accountability.
• Utilize advanced estimating software, databases, and historical cost data to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensure all estimates comply with internal policies, quality standards, and industry best practices.
• Continuously improve estimating methodologies, templates, and tools.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and specialty construction trades.
• Evaluate labor productivity, sequencing, temporary conditions, and installation strategies.
• Identify trade‑specific risks and incorporate them into pricing and contingency planning.
• Articulate assumptions, risks, exclusions, and execution strategy in concise estimate narratives and executive summaries.

Reporting Structure

The Senior Estimator reports directly to Amy Johnson, Estimating Manager, and is a key member of a highly collaborative, high‑impact team supporting a wide range of projects. The role works across departments and interacts regularly with leadership.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in construction estimating (senior‑level experience preferred).
• Proven success estimating complex, multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Deep knowledge of construction trade means and methods.
• Strong proficiency with estimating software, spreadsheets, and cost databases.
• Experience reviewing contracts, scopes, and technical documents.
• Ability to lead pursuits and support bid‑strategy discussions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred but not required with equivalent experience).

Compensation

$132,000 to $172,000 annually

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees (coverage available for dependents with shared premium).
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Vacation, sick compensation (PTO), and holiday pay.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability income protection.
• Employee and dependent life insurance.
• Wellness program.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Work Locations

• Seattle HQ – 17930 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA 98188 (near SeaTac International Airport, secured parking, renovated office facilities, onsite deli, restaurants, freeway/airport access).
• Spokane – 421 N Freya St., Spokane, WA 99202.
• Kennewick – 106010 E Wiser Pkwy, Suite B, Kennewick, WA 99338.
• East Portland – 12911 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97230.
• West Portland – 14275 NW Science Park Dr., Portland, OR 97229.