Senior construction estimator

Randstad has partnered with a premier, highly respected commercial construction company in Louisville, KY to identify an experienced Senior Construction Estimator to lead preconstruction and estimating efforts for commercial construction projects.

Our client prides itself on a supportive, collaborative culture that values professional growth, quality execution, and long-term client relationships. If you are a career-minded estimator looking to take ownership of high-visibility commercial projects-from conceptual budgeting through project turnover-this direct-hire opportunity is an ideal fit. As the Senior Estimator, you will lead preconstruction efforts by developing accurate cost estimates, competitive proposals, value engineering solutions, and detailed risk analyses. Working closely with project owners, architects, engineers, and internal operations teams, you will oversee complete bid packages and mentor junior estimating staff.

salary: $95,000 - $115,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

• Estimate Development: Thoroughly review drawings, specifications, and contract documents to construct accurate, comprehensive project estimates across various delivery methods (Lump Sum, Construction Management, Design-Build).
• Quantity Takeoffs & Software Management: Perform digital quantity takeoffs using On-Screen Takeoff and compile structured cost estimates in Sage Estimating.
• Subcontractor Procurement & Leveling: Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals via BuildingConnected to guarantee complete scope coverage and eliminate cost overlaps.
• Conceptual Budgeting & Value Engineering: Formulate early conceptual budgets, perform constructability reviews, and present creative value engineering alternatives to clients and design partners.
• Operations Support & Project Turnover: Partner with Operations to transition winning bids, assist with change order pricing, evaluate contract risk, and support post-bid estimating requirements.
• Data Management & Mentorship: Maintain historical cost databases, refine estimating tools, and mentor junior estimators to promote team growth and continuous process improvement.
• Stakeholder Alignment: Draft professional proposal packages, bid clarifications, and project schedules while maintaining ongoing relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Skills

• Commercial Construction
• Construction Estimating
• Proposals
• Bid Recommendations
• Construction documents
• Estimate Preparation
• Sage Estimating
• Design Build

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 5 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.