Senior Estimator – Commercial Construction
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Job Location:
Conway County, AR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Title
Senior Estimator - Commercial Construction
Location
Greater Cleveland OH
Position Summary
A well-established and highly respected commercial construction firm is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join its preconstruction team. This role plays a critical part in shaping successful projects by developing accurate competitive and comprehensive estimates across a wide range of commercial construction work.
The ideal candidate brings strong estimating experience on complex projects a collaborative mindset and the ability to evaluate risk and opportunity early in the project lifecycle. This position offers the chance to work on both high-profile large-scale projects and fast-paced smaller builds while partnering closely with leadership project teams and trusted trade partners.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed budgets estimates and pre-bid packages using drawings specifications supplier quotes and engineering standards
- Perform material takeoffs and develop full-scope estimates for Design-Bid-Build Design-Build and CM/GC delivery methods
- Critically analyze bid documents to identify risks and opportunities and clearly communicate findings to management
- Solicit organize evaluate and negotiate subcontractor and supplier pricing at both local and national levels
- Collaborate with project managers vendors designers and internal stakeholders to refine estimates and project strategies
- Maintain and strengthen relationships with subcontractors suppliers and project partners
- Support a collaborative client-focused approach that aligns with company values and customer expectations
Key Requirements
- Bachelors degree in a construction-related field
- 7 years of recent experience estimating commercial construction projects in the $10M$100M range
- Strong understanding of the RFP and competitive bid process
- Proficiency in estimating and construction software including:
- Microsoft Office
- Bluebeam
- OnScreen Takeoff
- AutoCAD (3D experience preferred)
- Microsoft Office
- Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously
- Excellent written verbal and analytical skills
- LEED accreditation preferred
- Established subcontractor and vendor relationships are a plus
Why Join This Firm
- Work with a financially stable long-standing construction organization with decades of market presence
- Exposure to diverse commercial projects ranging from complex large-scale builds to nimble fast-track work
- Collaborative culture that values integrity teamwork and quality
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including:
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Health and Life Insurance
- Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities
- Paid Time Off
Equal Opportunity Statement
This employer is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status or any other protected status.
Key Skills
- Gas Chromatography
- Bluebeam
- Construction Estimating
- Construction Experience
- HeavyBid
- Sage
- Pricing
- Cost Control
- Construction Management
- Project Management Software
- Microsoft Project
- Auto Estimating
