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Estimator Senior/Construction

$170k - $215k

gpac

ENIOR ESTIMATORCommercial Construction | Premier General Contractor | High-Value Projects
Full-Time | Direct Hire Base Salary: $170,000 - $215,000+ Bonus: Annual Performance Bonus + Project-Based Incentives

A premier commercial general contractor with an exceptional reputation, strong project backlog, and continued growth is seeking a highly experienced Senior Estimator to join its team.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a proven estimator who wants to work on high-profile, complex commercial projects while receiving an exceptional compensation package, outstanding benefits, and long-term career advancement.

You will play a key role in winning major projects, developing competitive budgets, managing the preconstruction process, and helping drive the company's continued growth.

Prepare detailed estimates, quantity takeoffs, and cost analyses.
Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier proposals.
Identify scope gaps, exclusions, risks, and potential cost savings.
Participate in client presentations, pre-bid meetings, and project site walks.
Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Architects, Engineers, and ownership.
Establish accurate project budgets and provide cost guidance throughout preconstruction.
Assist with negotiated, design-build, GMP, and hard-bid projects.
Mentor and provide guidance to Estimators and Project Engineers.
Maintain current knowledge of labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor market conditions.

PROJECT PORTFOLIO

You'll have the opportunity to estimate and pursue exciting commercial projects, including:
Ground-Up Commercial
Healthcare & Medical
Data Centers
Industrial & Manufacturing
Corporate & Office
Mission-Critical Facilities
7+ years of commercial construction estimating experience

  • Demonstrated success estimating projects from $10M to $100M+
  • Strong understanding of commercial construction methods and costs
  • Strong subcontractor and vendor relationships
  • Experience with Bluebeam, ProEst, Sage Estimating, On-Screen Takeoff, BuildingConnected, DESTINI or comparable estimating platforms preferred

Compensation is based on experience, project portfolio, estimating expertise, and overall qualifications.

Annual performance bonus

  • Project-winning incentives
  • Premium medical, dental & vision insurance
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Paid holidays
  • Continuing education and training
  • Cell phone/technology allowance
  • You'll have access to major projects, sophisticated preconstruction resources, experienced leadership, and a strong pipeline of future work.

If you're tired of being viewed simply as "the estimator" and are ready to become a key player in winning major commercial construction projects , this opportunity deserves your attention.

CONFIDENTIAL SEARCH

Exceptional projects. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990.

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