Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan
Commercial/Multifamily Estimator for Commercial General Contractor
What You'll Be Doing
• Lead estimating efforts for ground-up commercial construction projects, from conceptual budgeting through final bid.
• Develop comprehensive estimates covering all phases of new construction, including sitework, foundations, structural systems, MEP, and finishes.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and project documents to determine complete project scopes, quantities, and costs.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs, material pricing, labor analysis, and subcontractor bid evaluations.
• Prepare conceptual estimates, detailed budgets, competitive bids, and cost breakdowns.
• Solicit, review, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals to ensure accurate scope coverage.
• Identify project risks, scope gaps, value engineering opportunities, and potential cost savings.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and leadership throughout preconstruction.
• Participate in bid reviews, scope evaluations, and subcontractor negotiations.
• Support successful project handoffs from estimating to construction operations.
What We're Looking For
MUST-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:
• Extensive, hands-on experience estimating GROUND-UP commercial construction projects.
• Proven estimating experience working for a commercial general contractor.
• Demonstrated ability to independently develop comprehensive, full-project estimates for new commercial buildings.
• Strong understanding of the complete ground-up construction process, including civil/sitework, foundations, structural systems, building envelope, MEP, and interior finishes.
• Experience estimating commercial projects valued at $15M–$30M+ strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in quantity takeoffs, conceptual estimating, subcontractor bid leveling, and detailed cost analysis.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Experience using construction estimating software and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Additional Experience That Would Be Valuable:
• Multifamily or mixed-use ground-up construction.
• Commercial renovations and high-rise construction.
• Design-build projects and preconstruction planning.
• Value engineering and conceptual budgeting.
Important: Candidates whose estimating experience is primarily limited to renovations, tenant improvements, or specialty trades without substantial ground-up commercial General Contractor experience will not be the right fit for this position.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
• Established & Reputable Contractor: Join a respected commercial construction company with a strong presence throughout Michigan.
• Diverse Project Portfolio: Work on commercial, multifamily, and ground-up construction projects.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to expand your responsibilities and advance professionally.
• Strong Leadership: Work alongside experienced construction professionals who value collaboration and teamwork.
• Meaningful Involvement: Play an important role in project planning, budgeting, and securing new work.
• Long-Term Stability: Continued opportunities with multiple projects throughout Michigan.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Attractive compensation package and strong employee benefits.
Whether you're actively looking or simply open to hearing about another opportunity, all conversations will be handled confidentially.
Phoebe Johnson – gpac 605-705-3365 phoebe.johnson@gogpac.com
