Estimator - Commercial Construction (Preconstruction)

We are seeking a hands-on Commercial Construction Estimator to develop accurate, competitive bids for commercial building projects, including renovations, tenant improvements, interior build-outs, and ground-up construction. The ideal candidate has strong technical estimating skills, experience preparing complete bid packages, and the ability to manage multiple estimates while meeting demanding deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop project budgets and detailed cost estimates for commercial construction projects.

• Review architectural, structural, and MEP drawings, specifications, and contract documents to determine project scope and pricing requirements.

• Perform quantity takeoffs and calculate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.

• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids, compare proposals, and identify scope gaps and pricing discrepancies.

• Prepare complete bid submissions with detailed cost breakdowns, assumptions, exclusions, and scope definitions.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities, constructability concerns, scheduling constraints, and procurement risks during preconstruction.

• Coordinate with project managers, field supervisors, designers, and trade partners to validate estimates and resolve discrepancies.

• Track labor rates, material costs, subcontractor pricing, and market trends to maintain accurate and competitive estimates.

• Attend site visits, pre-bid meetings, and client discussions to clarify project requirements.

• Maintain organized bid records, cost databases, and historical pricing information.

• Transition awarded projects to the operations team, communicating budgets, scope details, and estimating assumptions.

• Requirements

• 5+ years of commercial construction estimating experience, preferably with a general contractor.

• Experience estimating commercial renovations, tenant improvements, interior build-outs, and/or ground-up construction.

• Strong understanding of construction costs, labor productivity, material pricing, and subcontractor costs.

• Ability to interpret architectural, structural, and MEP drawings, specifications, and contract documents.

• Hands-on experience with quantity takeoffs, subcontractor bid solicitation, proposal leveling, and final estimate preparation.

• Ability to identify scope omissions, pricing inconsistencies, and trade overlaps.

• Proficiency with construction estimating software; Bluebeam Revu experience preferred.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

• Demonstrated ability to personally prepare estimates and complete bid submissions rather than solely oversee the estimating process.

• Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• Health insurance options.

• Retirement plan options.

• Paid time off.

• Additional company-sponsored benefits.