Senior Estimator
JOB_53410321178860Job type
PermanentLocation
VirginiaProfession
ConstructionIndustry
ConstructionPay
$110k-$150k
Senior Estimator — Commercial Construction
Your new company
Our client is a general contractor who has been delivering award-winning construction services for 30+ years, with a strong presence across the Mid-Atlantic and Research Triangle regions. Known for its relationship-driven approach, the firm specializes in a wide range of market sectors including multifamily, healthcare, education, retail, and industrial projects. It combines innovative thinking with deep industry expertise to turn complex ideas into successful builds.
Your new role
- Reviews project plans and specifications and coordinates with the team to confirm a complete and coordinated scope.
- Identify risk issues and their order of magnitude
- Manages responses to invitations to bid.
- Performs quantity takeoff.
- Participates in conceptual budgets with oversight from the manager.
- Develops tabsheets (scopes of work), gathers subcontractor proposals, and prepares bid tabulations for own trade assignments.
- Coordinates scopes of work with the bid team.
- Author qualifications/exclusions specific for each assigned trade.
- Builds effective relationships between subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support the company's core values and meets or exceeds the customer's expectations.
- Develop subcontractor relationships.
- Attend subcontractor networking events.
What you'll need to succeed
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent related work experience.
- Minimum of 5 or more years estimating or relevant project experience.
- Be proficient in all computer software programs used in estimating, with particular emphasis on On-Screen Takeoff software.
- Possess strong mathematical and computer skills.
- Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Some experience in one or more areas of Division 2-16.
What you'll get in return
Hybrid work environment
Benefits (healthcare, 401k match, wellness programs)
Opportunities for advancement and leadership training
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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