Estimator Senior/Construction

Senior Estimator
Education, Healthcare, and Light Industrial projects with 2 years of backlog
Our client is a fast-growing, Ohio-based commercial general contractor offering a full range of design-build and construction services with a focus on quality over quantity. Their commitment to understanding client needs has led to 85% repeat business or direct referrals, creating a strong and steady pipeline of work. With projects spanning both interiors and vertical construction, they build the spaces where Columbus communities live, work, learn, and play. The company is deeply invested in developing its hardworking employees and fostering long-term career growth.
Senior Estimator Responsibilities

Manage all project documentation to ensure compliance, schedule adherence, and budget control.
Schedule projects in logical phases and allocate time effectively to meet deadlines.
Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.
Track and analyze cost data to reduce gaps between estimates and actuals.
Obtain, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor bids and budgets.
Prepare and present comprehensive estimate documentation, identifying gaps and risks.
Generate estimates across multiple delivery systems and review quotes with project management.
Assist with post-bid buyouts and subcontractor onboarding.
Participate in meet-and-greet presentations with subcontractors and suppliers.
Senior Estimator Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in construction estimating (commercial preferred).
• Bachelor's in Construction Management or Engineering preferred.
• Experience across diverse project types and delivery methods.
• Proficiency in construction software and willingness to learn new platforms.
• Ability to prepare estimates from proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.
• Skilled in identifying labor, material, and time requirements.
• Works directly with the Chief Estimator on both small and large-scale projects.
• Effective communication with subcontractors and suppliers (e.g., concrete, steel, precast, masonry).

• Individual Performance Bonuses: 8-11%
• Company Profit Bonuses
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Career Growth & Continued Training Opportunities