Commercial Estimator | Established Nevada GC

• Work on high-profile projects with a builder known for quality and clientele
• Join a leadership team that values autonomy, relationships, and long-term growth

About Our Client

This Nevada-based general contractor specializes in commercial construction projects across sectors including office, retail, hospitality, restaurant, and tenant improvement work throughout the Las Vegas market. The company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects through a collaborative approach, strong client relationships, and a commitment to professionalism, communication, and consistent execution. Known for its stable leadership team and repeat business, the firm continues to grow through reputation and long-standing partnerships across the local construction community.

Job Description

The Estimator in Reno is responsible for:

• Lead and manage preconstruction efforts across commercial ground-up and tenant improvement projects from conceptual budgeting through final bid submission.
• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates, including full quantity takeoffs, subcontractor pricing analysis, and material/labor evaluations.
• Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents to identify scope, risks, and opportunities for value engineering.
• Own the bid process including subcontractor solicitation, bid leveling, scope alignment, and final proposal preparation.
• Develop conceptual and detailed budgets in collaboration with clients, design teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Work closely with operations, project management, and field leadership to ensure estimating aligns with constructability and execution strategies.
• Maintain and refine historical cost data, assemblies, and estimating tools to improve accuracy and efficiency over time.
• Lead bid reviews, scope reviews, and turnover meetings with operations following project award.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and industry partners to ensure competitive and complete coverage in the market.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal estimator profile will have:

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction estimating within a General Contractor or subcontractor environment.
• Strong background preparing estimates for commercial ground-up and tenant improvement projects from conceptual budgets through final bid.
• Proven ability to perform accurate quantity takeoffs, subcontractor bid analysis, and full pricing assembly.
• Experience managing multiple bids simultaneously in a fast-paced preconstruction environment.
• Strong understanding of drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and overall constructability.
• Ability to build strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors to ensure complete and competitive pricing coverage.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills with a detail-oriented approach to estimating.
• Stable work history with reputable commercial builders and a track record of accuracy, consistency, and reliability.
• Familiarity with the Las Vegas construction market and local subcontractor base is highly valued.

What's on Offer

What's on offer:

• The company offers a competitive compensation package
• Strong long-term career growth potential, healthcare benefits
• PTO, retirement options, and a stable pipeline of upcoming work
• This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected commercial contractor that values collaboration, employee development, and project excellence.