Senior Commercial Construction Estimator
A leading commercial construction company is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead estimating efforts for complex commercial construction projects. This individual will play a key role in preconstruction, working closely with ownership, clients, architects, subcontractors, vendors, and project management teams.
Responsibilities:
• Lead estimates from initial review through final bid submission.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and comprehensive cost analysis.
• Develop conceptual, schematic, and hard-bid estimates.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and vendor pricing.
• Analyze scopes, plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Identify project risks, scope gaps, and opportunities for value engineering.
• Develop accurate project budgets and competitive bid proposals.
• Participate in preconstruction meetings and client presentations.
• Mentor and provide guidance to Estimators and Assistant Estimators.
• Coordinate project turnover with Project Management and Operations teams.
• Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, clients, and design professionals.
Qualifications:
• 7+ years of commercial construction estimating experience preferred.
• Strong experience with complex commercial projects.
• Advanced knowledge of construction costs, materials, and means and methods.
• Strong plan-reading, quantity takeoff, and cost-analysis skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership abilities.
• Experience with estimating and construction management software preferred.