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Estimator

$130k - $170k

Elsdon Group

Senior Estimator – Commercial Construction

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Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL

Salary: $130,000 – $170,000 per year

Job Type: Full-time

About the Company

A well-established General Contractor based in Fort Lauderdale, FL is looking to add an experienced Senior Estimator to their preconstruction team.

The company specializes in commercial, retail, healthcare, and multifamily construction , with projects typically ranging from $5M to $100M+

The Role

The Senior Estimator will be responsible for leading estimates from initial concept through bid submission, working closely with clients, architects, subcontractors, and the operations team.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed estimates for $5M–$100M+ commercial construction projects
  • Lead quantity takeoffs and review plans, specifications, and contract documents
  • Develop conceptual, schematic, GMP, and final estimates
  • Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals
  • Manage bid leveling and identify scope gaps, exclusions, and discrepancies
  • Work closely with Project Managers and Preconstruction teams
  • Assist with value engineering and cost-saving opportunities
  • Develop project budgets and maintain accurate cost information
  • Participate in pre-bid meetings and client presentations
  • Assist with procurement and project turnover following award
  • Provide pricing and estimating support for change orders when required

Project Types

  • Commercial
  • Retail
  • Healthcare
  • Multifamily
  • Ground-up Construction
  • Renovations & Redevelopment
  • Mixed-Use

Requirements

  • 7+ years of construction estimating experience
  • Experience with a General Contractor preferred
  • Proven experience estimating commercial projects valued at $5M+
  • Strong understanding of subcontractor scopes, construction costs, and project delivery
  • Ability to read xhyhwjd and interpret architectural and engineering drawings
  • Strong knowledge of South Florida construction markets preferred
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Proficiency with estimating/takeoff software such as Bluebeam, OST, Procore, BuildingConnected, or similar
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required

Compensation & Benefits

  • $130,000 – $170,000 base salary
  • Full-time permanent position
  • Competitive benefits package
  • Opportunity to work on high-value commercial and multifamily projects
  • Long-term career growth with an established GC

Vacancy posted 18 hours ago
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