Senior Estimator
- Appleton, WI, United States
$124,000 to $165,000 USD / year
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Job details
- Pay
- $124,000 to $165,000 USD / year
- Experience
- At least 10 years of construction estimating experience.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
The Boldt Company, a subsidiary of the Boldt Group
Location: Appleton, WI OR Remote
At Boldt, we build more than complex projects. We build strong relationships, high-performing teams, and lasting impact. We are looking for an experienced Senior Estimator who can bring technical expertise, sound judgment, and a collaborative mindset to projects across a variety of market sectors and delivery methods.
In this role, you will lead detailed and conceptual estimating activities, help guide Target Value Design and preconstruction efforts, and coordinate internal and external estimating resources. You will work closely with project owners, design partners, trade partners, suppliers, and project teams to develop accurate estimates, evaluate risk, and identify cost-effective solutions that position projects for success. You will also provide technical guidance and mentorship to other estimators while supporting a collaborative, integrated project-delivery environment.
If you're an experienced construction professional looking to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and start a conversation with us.
We Are Boldt
- Our People: We create opportunities for growth, fulfillment, and reaching full potential.
- Our Customers: We exceed expectations through advocacy, problem-solving, and collaboration.
- Our Partners: We collaborate with trust and respect to drive innovation and shared success.
- Our Communities: We give back with our time, talents, and resources, elevating dignity and doing good
Why You’ll Love Working at Boldt
- Employee Owned: Your work fuels our success and your future
- Purpose‑Driven: ESG‑focused work aligned with strong values
- Better Together: Teamwork, trust, and shared accountability
- Safety First: Everyone home safe every day
- Career Growth: Real development through mentorship and hands‑on learning
- High‑Impact Projects: Complex work that matters
- Lead & Mentor: Learn today, lead tomorrow
- Rich Culture: What started as a carpentry shop has grown into a multi‑million‑dollar company built on relationships and craftsmanship
- High Performance: By people, strengthened through AI and technology that enhance collaboration, transparency, and results.
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At Boldt, high performance starts with strong relationships. We believe the best projects are delivered by teams that trust each other, communicate openly, and take ownership from the field to the office. Our culture blends accountability with support; where learning, mentorship, and collaboration, drive results. You won’t just contribute to projects that matter; you’ll grow alongside people who are investing in your success.
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What You Bring
Candidates whose experience or expertise substantially exceed the requirements of the role are encouraged to apply, as we may have current or future roles which may better align with experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.
- At least 10 years of construction estimating experience.
- Experience preparing conceptual and detailed estimates for a variety of building systems, sitework, assemblies, and construction components.
- Experience with negotiated, guaranteed maximum price, and lump-sum hard-bid projects.
- Strong ability to coordinate estimating assignments and guide the work of internal and external contributors.
- Demonstrated ability to review construction documents, perform quantity takeoffs, develop scopes, analyze bids, and present estimates.
- Strong business judgment, communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage complex information, changing priorities, and multiple estimating deliverables.
- A valid driver’s license may be required. Individuals in this position may be subject to an annual motor vehicle record check.
Nice to Have
- Integrated Project Delivery and Target Value Design experience.
- Experience estimating self-performed concrete, masonry, steel, carpentry, drywall, or millwright work.
- Experience with WinEst, On-Screen Takeoff or other On-Center applications, Microsoft Project, or Primavera.
- Familiarity with BIM-supported estimating and takeoff tools, including Revit or Vico.
- Experience with conceptual estimating and cost-modeling platforms such as Building Catalyst or Modelogix.
- Experience mentoring or providing technical direction to developing estimators.
Compensation
Target Hiring Range: $124,000 - $165,000 annually
Boldt recognizes that experience, expertise, and specialized skills create value. The target hiring range for this position is $124,000 - $165,000 annually; compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, certifications, geographic market conditions, internal equity, and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to base compensation, employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus and participation in applicable company benefit programs.
Unsolicited Correspondence
The Boldt Group and its subsidiaries engage recruiting agencies exclusively through our Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team and only when a valid, Boldt approved agreement is in place. Boldt does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions at any time, including agencies with an active agreement - unless the submission is expressly requested by the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. Any unsolicited submissions will be deemed the property of The Boldt Group, and no placement fees will be paid. All agency inquiries must be directed to the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. At this time, we are not entertaining any new agency submissions or outreach.
EEOC
The Boldt Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
More about this job
Skills
- Estimating
- Construction management
- Communication skills
- Collaboration
- Problem solving
- Organizational skills
- Valid driver's licence
- Carpentry
- Drywall
- Millwright
- Microsoft Project
- Primavera
- Building information modelling
- Autodesk Revit
- Coaching