Senior Estimator

Job Opportunity

Our client is a well-established and growing General Contractor with a strong reputation throughout the Greater York and Central Pennsylvania market. Known for delivering high-quality commercial, industrial, institutional, and mixed-use projects, the company has built long-standing relationships with clients, subcontractors, and industry partners through a commitment to excellence, integrity, and teamwork. The organization offers a collaborative culture, strong leadership, and a steady pipeline of exciting construction projects that create long-term career growth opportunities for construction professionals.

Job Description

• Lead the preparation of conceptual, schematic, design development, and final construction estimates.
• Review plans, specifications, and bid documents to identify project scope and requirements.
• Solicit, evaluate, and analyze subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Develop quantity takeoffs and detailed cost analyses.
• Manage multiple bids and estimates simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Prepare bid packages, scope sheets, and project qualification documents.
• Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and preconstruction presentations.
• Identify project risks, value engineering opportunities, and cost-saving alternatives.
• Collaborate with project management teams to ensure smooth project turnover following award.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners.
• Assist leadership in strategic planning, business development, and market analysis.
• Support continuous improvement of estimating processes, systems, and best practices.

The Successful Applicant

• A track record of winning profitable construction projects.
• Strong commercial construction estimating experience with a General Contractor.
• Exceptional attention to detail and cost analysis skills.
• The ability to build trust with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Confidence presenting budgets, assumptions, and recommendations to leadership teams.
• Experience leading complex pursuits from conceptual pricing through final bid submission.
• A collaborative approach and desire to mentor junior estimators.
• Strong knowledge of the Central Pennsylvania construction market.

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Leadership advancement potential within a growing organization
• Stable pipeline of commercial construction projects throughout Central Pennsylvania
• Collaborative culture with strong executive support and decision-making autonomy