COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR

COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR

A well-established General Contractor is seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Estimator to join its growing preconstruction team. This individual will be responsible for developing accurate, comprehensive estimates for ground-up commercial construction projects from initial review through final bid. This is a HIGHLY CONFIDENTIAL SEARCH. All company information will be shared directly with qualified candidates.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare conceptual, negotiated, and competitive bid estimates for ground-up commercial construction projects
• Manage the estimating process from initial project review through final bid submission
• Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents to determine complete project scope across multiple trades
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop pricing for labor, materials, equipment, and general conditions
• Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and vendor proposals
• Identify scope gaps and ensure appropriate bid coverage across all trades
• Maintain bid schedules and manage multiple estimates simultaneously, typically 2–3+ projects
• Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct occasional site visits to evaluate existing conditions and project requirements
• Partner with Project Managers and other construction leadership throughout preconstruction and project planning
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors
• Ensure estimates meet established bidding procedures, accuracy standards, and project requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of estimating experience specifically with ground-up commercial construction projects
• Demonstrated experience estimating complete projects from start to finish
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, sequencing, and multiple trade scopes
• Proven ability to independently prepare detailed and accurate full-project estimates
• Advanced proficiency with Bluebeam and Microsoft Excel, including formulas, templates, and data organization
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents across multiple trades
• Experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs and subcontractor bid leveling
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple active bids and deadlines

Candidates whose estimating experience is exclusively residential or limited to a single specialty trade - such as roofing, plumbing, electrical, concrete, etc. - will not meet the requirements for this position. Ground-up commercial construction estimating experience is required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Healthcare, public works, and/or multifamily construction experience
• Procore or comparable construction management software
• Experience working within a General Contractor environment

WHAT’S OFFERED

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Long-term career opportunity with an established construction organization
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative preconstruction and operations environment

All inquiries and candidate information will be handled with complete confidentiality. APPLY NOW and send your resume to Kandace.betzold@go.gpac.com