Senior Estimator

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and final estimates for commercial construction projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing analysis using drawings, specifications, and other project documents.
• Solicit, review, and level subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Develop detailed scopes of work and bid packages.
• Analyze labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Maintain accurate historical cost databases and estimating records.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering solutions.
• Participate in project planning, budgeting, and scheduling discussions.
• Collaborate with operations, project management, and field teams during project handoff.
• Assist with constructability reviews and risk assessments.
• Support development of preliminary schedules and phasing plans.
• Review contract documents and identify scope gaps or inconsistencies.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and proposal presentations.
• Communicate estimate assumptions, clarifications, exclusions, and risks clearly.
• Support business development efforts by assisting with proposals and presentations.
• Process Improvement
• Continuously improve estimating procedures, templates, and tracking systems.
• Stay informed on market trends, pricing fluctuations, and industry best practices.
• Assist in developing and mentoring junior estimating staff when applicable.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in a similar sized General Contractor, ideally within a design/build commercial construction environment.
• (drafting, material take offs, measuring/calculating square footage, reading blueprints, etc.).
• Experience with Sage/ Timberline estimating, On-Screen takeoff tools and/or other industry standard estimating software preferred.
• Must be able to handle multiple projects concurrently and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must be proactive and skilled in detailed follow-up.
• Flexibility to effectively deal with changing priorities and timelines through analytical problem-solving.
• A desire for continuous improvement and close collaboration.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills coupled with strong written and oral communication skills are desired.
• An ability to interact with Clients on a professional and representative manner is a must.
• Preferred Experience
• Experience with negotiated work, conceptual estimating, and GMP development.
• Knowledge of local subcontractor and supplier markets.
• Familiarity with BIM/VDC coordination and constructability review processes.
• Experience in sectors such as office, industrial, warehouse, tenant improvement, or design/build commercial projects.

Core Competencies

• Attention to Detail
• Financial & Business Acumen
• Communication & Collaboration
• Time Management
• Critical Thinking
• Customer Focus
• Initiative & Accountability
• Problem Solving

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Family-forward benefits
• A little fun mixed in
• Medical and Dental Insurance (Select Employee Only Premiums are 100% Company Paid)
• Life Insurance
• 401K w/Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Career Training and Development

Pay Range

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $80,000 - $115,000 depending on experience.