Commercial Construction Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced  Commercial Construction Estimator to join a growing general contractor and play a key role in the preconstruction process.

This position will be responsible for developing estimates from  early conceptual budgeting through detailed construction documents and GMP pricing . Projects include commercial renovations, tenant improvements, site and civil work, structural packages, and MEP-intensive construction.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of estimating experience with a commercial general contractor and is comfortable owning an estimate from initial takeoff through subcontractor bidding, scope leveling, value engineering, final pricing, and turnover to the construction team.

What You'll Do

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, construction document, and GMP estimates
• Perform detailed  quantity takeoffs for architectural, structural, civil, and MEP scopes
• Develop complete estimates across  CSI Divisions 02–33
• Solicit bids from subcontractors and suppliers and ensure adequate trade coverage
• Review and level subcontractor proposals to identify exclusions, overlaps, and scope gaps
• Develop estimate summaries, bid tabs, schedules of values, and supporting documentation
• Clearly document assumptions, inclusions, exclusions, clarifications, and potential project risks
• Identify missing or unresolved scope early in the preconstruction process
• Develop  value-engineering alternatives and pricing options
• Maintain cost databases, historical pricing, unit costs, and estimating assemblies
• Assist with schedule-based estimating and construction sequencing
• Participate in owner, architect, engineer, and preconstruction meetings
• Work with subcontractors to clarify scopes and negotiate competitive pricing
• Support project buyout and provide recommendations to the construction team
• Lead the commercial and estimating portion of project turnover from preconstruction to operations
• Provide final estimates, SOVs, bid tabs, subcontractor quotes, accepted VE items, clarifications, and buyout recommendations during turnover

Pay: $80,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Requirements

• 5–10 years of commercial construction estimating experience with a general contractor or similar organization
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, and sequencing
• Experience estimating across  CSI Divisions 02–33
• Strong understanding of  mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) scopes
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed quantity takeoffs
• Experience soliciting, reviewing, and leveling subcontractor bids
• Ability to identify scope gaps and potential pricing risks before construction
• Strong bid-day organization and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Understanding of building codes, permitting, and commercial construction requirements
• Strong Excel skills and experience with construction estimating software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with subcontractors, owners, design teams, and internal project teams

Experience with the following is a plus:

• Autodesk Forma
• ProEst
• Microsoft Excel – advanced proficiency
• Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)
• BIM platforms
• Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off