Commercial Construction Estimator

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Description Job Description: Commercial Estimator(3 Openings) Position Title: Commercial Estimator Department:Estimating Type: DIRECT HIRE Location: Green Bay, Wi Employment Type:Full-Time Salary Range: Based on Experience Job Overview: The CommercialEstimating is responsible for accurate cost estimates for commercialconstruction projects. This role involves managing the overallestimating process, developing bid strategies, and ensuring thatestimates are aligned with project goals, timelines, and budgets. Theideal candidate has extensive experience in commercial constructionestimating, excellent leadership skills, and a deep understanding ofmarket conditions, construction materials, and labor costs. KeyResponsibilities: Estimating: Oversee the development of detailed costestimates for commercial construction projects, including labor,materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs. Manage the bid processfrom initial inquiry to final submission, ensuring that all estimatesare accurate, competitive, and meet client expectations. Review projectplans, specifications, and other documentation to prepare detailedquantity takeoffs and cost analyses. Work closely with thepreconstruction and project management teams to ensure that estimatesalign with overall project goals and timelines. Bid Strategy andDevelopment: Develop and implement bid strategies based on marketanalysis, competitor benchmarking, and project-specific requirements.Analyze RFPs, RFQs, and ITBs to determine bid viability and identifypotential risks and opportunities. Work with the business developmentteam to identify new opportunities and provide competitive estimatesthat align with company growth goals. Prepare and present detailed bidproposals to clients, ensuring that all elements of the estimate areclearly explained and justified. Cost Control and Analysis: Monitor andanalyze market conditions, material costs, and labor rates to ensurethat estimates are based on up-to-date and competitive pricing. Performpost-bid reviews and track the performance of estimates in awardedprojects to improve the accuracy of future bids. Identify potentialcost-saving opportunities and value-engineering options during theestimating process. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate witharchitects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to gather accuratecost information and develop comprehensive estimates. Communicateregularly with project managers and the preconstruction team to providecost updates, adjustments, and clarifications throughout the projectlifecycle. Serve as the point of contact for clients, addressing anyquestions or concerns related to project estimates and bid proposals.Reporting and Documentation: Prepare and maintain detailed records ofestimates, bids, and cost analyses for internal use and futurereference. Generate regular reports for senior management on estimatingperformance, win/loss ratios, and market trends. Ensure that allestimates are thoroughly documented and in compliance with companystandards and client requirements. Qualifications and Skills:Experience: Experience in commercial construction estimating, with aproven track record of successful bids. Extensive experience inestimating a variety of commercial construction projects, includingoffice buildings, retail spaces, healthcare, education, and industrialfacilities. Technical Skills: Proficiency with estimating software suchas ProEst, Sage Estimating, or similar platforms. Advanced knowledge ofconstruction costs, materials, labor, and equipment rates. Ability toread and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications. Stronganalytical skills to perform detailed quantity takeoffs, costbreakdowns, and risk assessments. Leadership Skills: Excellentleadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire,mentor, and develop a high-performing team. Strong d cision-making andproblem-solving skills to handle complex estimating munication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills,with the ability to clearly explain estimates and bid strategies toclients and internal teams. Strong presentation skills to deliver costproposals and bid reviews to clients and senior anizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management skillsto handle multiple estimates and bids simultaneously. Attention todetail to ensure that estimates are accurate, comprehensive, andcompetitive. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: E-Mail a Rsum: This position is listed by a privateemployment agency. The agency is the legal employer. No fee will becharged of the job applicant.

Created: 2026-01-23