Senior Estimator - Commercial

Fort Wayne, Indiana
IDIN09-2751719
Job TypeDirect Hire
Remote TypeOn-Site
Compensation$110000 - $125000 / yr

Senior Estimator – Commercial Construction
Our client's Estimating Team prepares detailed estimates and proposals for hard-bid and negotiated projects ranging from $100K to $100MM, across industries including higher education, restaurants, industrial, and nonprofit. Work spans conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document estimates. This role suits a Senior Estimator who values client satisfaction over chasing the lowest bid — estimators here go beyond number-crunching to educate owners and help them get the most from their investment.
 
Senior Estimator - What You'll Do Interpret designs | Deliver accurate hard numbers | Educate owners
  • Interpret drawings, scopes of work, and self-perform specifications
  • Apply in-depth knowledge of CSI Divisions 0–33, with working knowledge of remaining divisions
  • Perform accurate digital quantity take-offs using appropriate software
  • Input and price projects using Timberline software
  • Use Procore for subcontractor solicitation, vendor contacts, and bid invitations
  • Build and maintain vendor relationships for current material pricing
  • Consult and build relationships with clients, architects, and subcontractors
  • Create project timelines in Microsoft Project for preconstruction, procurement, and construction schedules
  • Develop and maintain a preconstruction program strategy to stay on schedule and budget
  • Help maintain and improve estimating procedures
  • Prepare turnover books for the estimating-to-project-manager transition
  • Prepare detailed written Work Packages for projects
  • Serve as a strategic planner and problem solver, integrating project components to minimize conflicts and discrepancies

Senior Estimator Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related accredited program
  • 7+ years of commercial construction experience
  • 4+ years of estimating software experience
  • 4+ years of estimating experience
  • Strong writing, organizational, and computer skills (MS Excel, MS Word)
  • In-depth knowledge of plans and specifications across various construction project types


Senior Estimator Benefits:

  • Medical benefits: 90% employee premiums covered, 40% for dependents
  • Paid vacation and wellness time
  • Traditional and Roth 401(k) with 100% match up to 4%, immediately vested
  • Education reimbursement
  • Business expense and mileage reimbursement
  • Leadership and career growth opportunity

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