Senior Estimator
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Job Description
Senior Estimator
Location: Perry, GA
Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead estimating and preconstruction efforts for commercial construction projects. This role is responsible for developing accurate cost estimates, managing the preconstruction process, coordinating subcontractor procurement, evaluating project risk, and supporting projects from conceptual budgeting through award and turnover to operations.
The ideal candidate has strong estimating expertise, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and project teams to deliver competitive, high-quality proposals.
Key Responsibilities Estimating & Cost Analysis- Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, GMP, and final construction estimates.
- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and pricing for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
- Review drawings, specifications, geotechnical reports, and project documents to develop comprehensive estimates.
- Develop competitive pricing strategies while maintaining profitability goals.
- Maintain historical cost databases and estimating benchmarks.
- Present estimate reviews to executive leadership prior to submission.
- Lead preconstruction activities from project pursuit through turnover to operations.
- Develop project budgets, preliminary schedules, logistics plans, and procurement strategies.
- Coordinate subcontractor and supplier bidding efforts.
- Conduct subcontractor bid leveling, scope reviews, and value engineering analyses.
- Perform constructability reviews and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Evaluate project risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Participate in owner meetings, design reviews, and preconstruction planning sessions.
- Work closely with operations teams to ensure a seamless transition from preconstruction to project execution.
- Support project teams with change order pricing, budget updates, and cost analysis.
- Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, owners, architects, and consultants.
- Mentor junior estimators and contribute to estimating standards and best practices.
- Manage multiple estimates and preconstruction efforts simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
- 10+ years of commercial construction estimating and preconstruction experience.
- Experience estimating projects ranging from $1 million to $20million+ .
- Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, and building systems.
- Experience with conceptual estimating, GMP development, value engineering, and constructability reviews.
- Proficiency with estimating software such as Bluebeam, Procore, BuildingConnected, PlanSwift, OST, or similar platforms.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Experience with commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, manufacturing, or institutional construction projects.
- Familiarity with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
- Professional certifications such as CPE, CCM, DBIA, PMP, LEED , or related credentials.
- Experience leading multiple pursuits and preconstruction efforts simultaneously.
Vacancy posted 8 days ago
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