Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator

$140000 - $152000 per year | Chicago, IL | On-site | Permanent

Senior Estimator | $140K–$152K | Lead Preconstruction for High-Profile Chicago Projects

A bit about us:

Our client is an established, full-service construction firm delivering complex projects through general contracting, construction management, design-build, preconstruction, concrete construction, and structural engineering services.

This company is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead the development of accurate project budgets, competitive bids, and proposal packages. This individual will work closely with clients, design teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal operations personnel to evaluate project scope, identify risks, develop cost strategies, and support projects from early planning through contract award.

Why join us?

Join a respected construction firm with a strong Chicago presence

Lead estimates for complex, high-profile construction projects

Work directly with executive leadership and experienced preconstruction professionals

Influence design decisions, cost strategies, and project profitability

Mentor and develop junior estimators

Collaborate with established subcontractor and supplier partners

Career-development and continuing-education opportunities

Competitive base salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Health savings and flexible spending accounts

Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and parental leave

Life insurance and disability coverage

Tuition-reimbursement and wellness programs

Job Details

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related discipline

5–10 years of estimating experience with a general contractor

Experience leading estimators and coordinating estimating assignments

Conceptual, schematic, design-development, and construction-document estimating

Preparation of project budgets, competitive bids, and proposal packages

Review of drawings, specifications, and contract documents

Quantity takeoffs and detailed scope development

Subcontractor and supplier solicitation

Preparation and management of invitations to bid

Bid leveling and subcontractor scope analysis

Historical cost analysis and market-based pricing

Value engineering and constructability analysis

Cost-control and risk-management experience

Development of estimate clarifications, assumptions, and exclusions

Management of multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously

Coordination with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and project teams

Advanced understanding of construction methods, materials, sequencing, and trade scopes

Proficiency with construction estimating software and computerized cost databases

Strong leadership, organization, communication, and presentation skills

Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.

By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy