Senior Estimator (Developer/Remote Work)

Job Details

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ross Theel

Why Join Us?

At this company, you’ll be part of a dynamic and growing organization that values its people as its greatest asset. With a culture centered on mentorship, continuous learning, and professional growth, team members are empowered to take ownership of their work and given the support needed to excel. This company offers a collaborative work environment where experienced professionals work closely together to solve complex challenges and deliver high-quality projects. Employees are encouraged to grow their skills, take on new responsibilities, and advance their careers through hands-on experience and leadership support.

Job Description

The Senior Estimator will lead the estimating process for a variety of commercial construction projects, ensuring accurate cost evaluation and supporting strategic decision-making. This role requires strong analytical skills, deep construction cost knowledge, and collaborative problem-solving to prepare competitive, high-quality estimates.

• Lead and manage comprehensive cost estimating efforts for pre-construction and bidding phases.
• Review project documents, specifications, and drawings to identify scope, risks, and cost impacts.
• Prepare detailed and accurate quantity takeoffs, cost analyses, and project budgets.
• Collaborate with project leadership, subcontractors, and vendors to obtain and evaluate bids.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and recommend cost-effective alternatives.
• Maintain estimating databases, historical cost information, and project benchmarks.
• Support proposal preparation and participate in client presentations as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Five or more years of experience in commercial construction estimating or a similar role.
• Strong proficiency in construction cost estimating software and Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent understanding of construction methods, materials, labor costs, and market pricing.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively across teams.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with construction management or estimating platforms such as Procore or similar systems.
• Proven ability to produce accurate, competitive estimates for complex, multi-trade commercial projects.

Salary

$150,000 - $205,000 per year

About the Role

Deliver high-quality projects across diverse sectors including residential, multifamily, hospitality, retail, and mixed-use developments. Emphasizes teamwork, creativity, and resourcefulness to drive exceptional results and build long-lasting relationships with clients and partners.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package designed to promote long-term success and work-life balance.

Pay

$150,000 - $205,000 per year

Schedule

Remote Work

Skills

Construction Management, Engineering, Cost Estimating, Project Management, Commercial Construction, Value Engineering, Communication, Negotiation, Organization, Leadership, Teamwork, Creativity, Resourcefulness, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Deep Construction Cost Knowledge, Collaborative Problem Solving, Competitive Estimates, Detailed and Accurate Quantity Takeoffs, Cost Analyses, Project Budgets, Bids, Value Engineering Opportunities, Cost-Effective Alternatives, Estimating Databases, Historical Cost Information, Project Benchmarks, Proposal Preparation, Client Presentations.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package designed to promote long-term success and work-life balance.