Construction Lead Estimator

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One of my top General Contractors is searching for a Construction Lead Estimator to join their growing team. Ideal candidates should have 5-10 years experience in Diverse Commercial Construction, Industrial, or Large Multifamily (200+ units). If you are looking for a company with stability, proven track record of success, and a supportive culture, please apply today.

• Collaborate during the Preconstruction Phase.
• Read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Mentor less experienced estimating staff on the daily duties required to manage a construction project effectively.
• Work with your team’s existing owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to establish long‑term relationships to identify and obtain future project opportunities.
• Oversee the subcontractor and vendor procurement by supervising the completion of the buyout, scope of work review, contract writing, insurance, bonding reviews, etc.
• Guide the research and recommendation of resolutions to drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, and errors.
• Manage the team that processes all submittals, RFIs, change order proposals, owner billings, timesheet management, subcontractor/vendor billings, monthly reports, etc.
• Ensure the preparation of timely owner billings via verifying work‑in‑place quantities/billings from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Verify the production of accurate monthly cost projections, which forecast total estimated costs at completion.
• Oversight of creating and monitoring project schedules and production of progress updates.

• Bachelor’s degrees in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred. Applicants with relevant certifications or equivalent experience will also be considered.
• 5+ years’ experience estimating diverse commercial construction projects.
• Broad knowledge of building systems and construction methods.
• Communicating in a confident, articulate, and professional manner with team members, industry partners, and clients.
• Demonstrating strong financial management skills and the ability to independently manage all aspects of a project from start to finish.
• Showcasing leadership and the ability to work with a team, as well as independently.

• Industry‑leading compensation and complete benefits package.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Positive company culture and family‑oriented work culture.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Gives everyone a voice at the table.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Construction

Interested? Please apply or reach out directly to Eric Rothenbuehler at

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.