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Senior Commercial Estimator

Are you ready to lead strategy, drive estimating excellence, and build what’s next? Our client is a well-established commercial construction firm delivering high-quality ground-up and renovation projects through Design-Build and competitive hard bid delivery methods. As a Senior Commercial Estimator, you will lead the preconstruction and estimating division, guide cost strategy, and partner with senior leadership to shape business planning and market growth. You will oversee commercial estimating operations, manage architects and engineers through the design-build process, direct proposal development, cultivate client relationships, and ensure accurate budgeting, scheduling, and risk evaluation from concept through project turnover.

If you are a strategic leader with proven experience in commercial construction estimating, preconstruction management, cost analysis, and business development, this opportunity offers the platform to influence division growth and deliver high-impact commercial projects.

About Our Client:

Our client is a growth-oriented commercial general contractor recognized for delivering strategic preconstruction services and construction solutions across diverse commercial sectors. With deep expertise in estimating, cost modeling, value engineering, constructability review, subcontractor procurement, and budget forecasting, our client partners closely with owners, developers, architects, and engineers to drive successful outcomes from early concept through project completion.

The organization emphasizes data-driven decision-making, proactive risk management, and collaborative Design-Build coordination to provide accurate pricing, competitive proposals, and streamlined transitions into operations. With a strong presence in the commercial construction market, our client is committed to operational excellence, long-term client partnerships, and building high-performing teams that deliver quality, safety, and financial precision on every project.

Why Work For Our Client:

Our client believes great work deserves great rewards. This role offers a competitive salary of $100,000–$130,000 annually, depending on experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and work-life balance. Their best-in-class benefits include:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match – Helping you build long-term financial security
• Life & Disability Insurance – Added protection for peace of mind
• HSA & FSA Options – Flexible, tax-advantaged financial tools
• Flexible PTO & Work Options – Generous paid time off, flexible scheduling, and remote/hybrid opportunities

Our client is building a workplace where professionals at every stage of their careers can thrive. Whether they are early in their journey or bring years of expertise, employees’ voices are valued. They foster a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages innovation, open communication, and continuous learning, while supporting career growth and flexibility to maintain work-life balance. Their culture is grounded in trust, accountability, and shared success, creating meaningful work and real impact for their team.

To thrive as the Senior Commercial Estimator, you should have:        

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture (or equivalent experience) with 8+ years of Commercial General Contractor estimating experience on public (government) and private sector projects; 5–8 years of field construction experience with supervisory exposure preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in commercial construction estimating, including quantitative take-offs, bid processes, subcontractor scope review, pricing from RFP through project award, buyout procedures, and cost control across all divisions of work.
• Advanced technical proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, and adaptable estimating databases, with solid knowledge of construction documents, drawings, scheduling, contract law, project accounting, and local cost markets.
• Proven ability to lead estimating teams, negotiate contracts, assemble scopes of work, conduct value analysis, and deliver accurate budgets in compliance with safety standards and project requirements while meeting time and cost objectives.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors; commitment to client service, urgency in meeting deadlines, and flexibility to travel as required for commercial construction projects and industry engagements.

Your responsibilities as the Senior Commercial Estimator will include:        

• Lead, mentor, and manage the preconstruction and estimating team while supporting division strategy and business planning.
• Prepare and analyze conceptual budgets, milestone estimates, cost models, and general conditions to ensure complete and accurate commercial construction pricing.
• Oversee Design-Build and hard bid processes, coordinate architect and engineering teams, and conduct constructability and value engineering reviews.
• Drive business development initiatives, manage proposal preparation and client presentations, and build strong industry relationships.
• Develop preconstruction schedules, evaluate risk factors, pre-qualify subcontractors, and lead project transition meetings to operations.

Ready to build the future of commercial construction?

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a high-impact Preconstruction Manager role where you will lead estimating strategy, drive Design-Build excellence, and shape winning commercial construction projects from concept to award. If you’re a results-driven construction leader ready to elevate preconstruction performance, strengthen client partnerships, and deliver precise, competitive estimates, apply today and build what’s next.

The application window will close in 30 days.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. It does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment.