Senior Estimator

Work-life balance Competitive Salary About Our Client Our client is a wellestablished, familyoriented general contractor serving the Central PA region for over two decades. With a strong reputation built on integrity, craftsmanship, and longterm client relationships, they deliver a wide range of commercial, industrial, and institutional projects-many sourced from repeat customers. Their culture is teamdriven, humble, and qualityfocused, offering stability and steady project flow. Job Description The Senior Construction Estimator will take ownership of the full estimating lifecycle-from concept through final bid-for projects ranging from $1M to $20M+. You will evaluate drawings and specifications, perform quantity takeoffs, develop detailed cost models, and coordinate with subcontractors to prepare accurate bids and proposals.Responsibilities include: Lead estimating for designbuild, negotiated, and hardbid projects. Interpret architectural/engineering drawings, specifications, and addenda. Perform detailed quantity takeoffs across all divisions. Develop cost estimates, budgets, and valueengineering options. Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor bids; build strong relationships with trade partners. Prepare bid packages, proposals, schedules of values, and supporting documentation. Collaborate closely with project managers, superintendents, and ownership during preconstruction. Assist with conceptual estimating during early design or feasibility stages. Maintain and update cost databases, subcontractor lists, and historical pricing. Participate in project handoff meetings and support transitions into operations. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant 7+ years of construction estimating experience with a general contractor. Strong background in commercial or industrial construction. Proficiency with estimating software (e.g., Sage, ProEst, Bluebeam, OnScreen Takeoff). Exceptional ability to read drawings, visualize construction sequence, and build cost models. Strong subcontractor network and communication skills. Highly organized, deadlinedriven, and detailoriented. A team player with the ability to work independently and lead the estimating process. Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and accuracy in all work. What's on Offer Competitive sixfigure base salary depending on experience. Annual bonus potential tied to personal and company performance. Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) with company match. Companyprovided tools and technology. A stable workload with a respected contractor known for employee longevity. Career growth into Chief Estimator or Preconstruction Manager for top performers. Contact Nick Roda Quote job ref JN-032026-6967650

Created: 2026-03-17