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Senior Estimator Commercial & Industrial Construction

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Job Description - Senior Estimator Commercial & Industrial Construction

Senior Estimator – Commercial & Industrial Construction


Based in Michigan | Travel Required Throughout the State


$140K+ DOE



We’re looking for a seasoned Senior Estimator to join a rapidly growing general contractor specializing in commercial, manufacturing, light industrial, energy, and water infrastructure projects. This role is perfect for someone with at least 10–15 years of experience in estimating who thrives in a fast-paced environment managing complex, multi-trade bids from start to finish.



What You’ll Be Doing:



  • Lead full-cycle estimating for commercial and industrial projects from pre-bid to bid day.

  • Review bid documents, attend pre-bid meetings, and define scopes of work.

  • Develop and issue subcontractor bid packages, manage vendor communications, and analyze competitive pricing.

  • Collaborate with internal self-perform divisions to create value-driven proposals.

  • Interpret and extract critical details from drawings, specs, and reports.

  • Build preliminary project schedules and develop manpower projections.

  • Price general conditions, write scopes of work, and lead bid review meetings.

  • Present cost proposals and risk mitigation strategies to clients and internal stakeholders.

  • Oversee smooth handoff to project managers and engineers post-award.

  • Maintain estimating logs, perform ongoing training, and support continuous improvement.



Tools You’ll Use:



  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project)

  • Bluebeam

  • Adobe Acrobat

  • Primavera P6



Must-Haves:



  • 10+ years of estimating experience in commercial and industrial construction

  • Proven ability to manage multi-discipline subcontractor bids and detailed quotes

  • Strong understanding of all CSI divisions and construction cost structures

  • Excellent technical reading and scope development skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or equivalent field experience



Bonus Points For:



  • 15+ years of senior-level estimating experience

  • Deep knowledge of water infrastructure, energy projects, and self-perform trades

  • Experience juggling multiple complex bids under tight deadlines



This is a high-impact role with visibility across the organization and direct input on major projects. If you’re a driven, detail-oriented estimator who can turn specs into strategy and numbers into opportunity, we want to talk to you.

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