Senior Estimator

Career Opportunities with Sevan Multi-Site Solutions, Inc.

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Sevan Multi-Site Solutions is a veteran‑owned business that provides construction, program management, real estate & site development, and architecture & engineering services for restaurant, grocery, fuel and convenience store, retail, and government sectors nationwide. We work with leading brands like McDonald’s, Starbucks, Sprouts, and BP, to name a few. At Sevan, we provide the talent, technology, and trusted expertise needed to consistently deliver excellence in multi‑site construction.

Sevan is an INC. 5000 Fastest‑Growing Company – Great Places to Work 2024 – 2024 HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Award - Best Places to work in Chicago ’20, ’21, ’22, ’23 – Best Places to Work in Construction 2023

At Sevan, our Senior Estimators are trusted partners with our operations teams and external subcontractors from conceptual pricing through bid day. You’ll play a central role in delivering accurate, scalable estimates for high-volume, multi‑site commercial projects across the country—including chain restaurants, grocery stores, and retail rollouts.

This role is ideal for an estimator who thrives in a fast‑paced, repeatable project environment, understands national rollouts, and enjoys collaborating closely with clients, trade partners, and internal teams.

• Develop complete, accurate, and scalable cost estimates from conceptual through GMP and hard bid.
• Lead estimating efforts for multi‑site commercial projects, including rollouts, refreshes, and repeat‑build programs.
• Prepare and issue subcontractor bid packages; manage subcontractor outreach and follow‑up.
• Perform detailed quantity take‑offs and critically review trade partner pricing for scope gaps, exclusions, and alignment.
• Evaluate project risks, site conditions, and market factors; contribute to risk registers and pricing strategies.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and internal operations teams throughout preconstruction.
• Participate in bid strategies, pre‑bid meetings, leveling sessions, and client presentations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with national and regional trade partners.
• Utilize on‑screen takeoff and estimating software, applying CSI Master Format and standardized scopes.
• Develop conceptual pricing assumptions and identify cost trends, efficiencies, and process improvements.
• Ensure all estimates align with Sevan’s contractual requirements, standards, and rollout expectations.
• Mentor and support junior estimators, promoting consistency and best practices across the team.

• 8–10+ years of commercial construction estimating experience, with a strong emphasis on:
• Chain restaurants (QSR or casual dining)
• Grocery stores
• Retail or other multi‑site / programmatic construction
• Proven experience managing multiple estimates simultaneously in a high‑volume environment.
• Strong understanding of construction documents, specifications, and trade partner scopes.
• Proficiency with on‑screen takeoff (OST), Builder Trend, and estimating software;
  Excel fluency required.
• Experience collaborating with operations teams to align estimates with execution.
• Highly detail‑oriented, organized, and comfortable making informed decisions under tight deadlines.

Hybrid role based in Plano, TX. National travel required on an as‑needed basis. primarily for site walks, client meetings, or key project milestones.

At Sevan, we believe in creating a supportive and dynamic environment where your contributions truly matter. Here’s what you can expect as part of our team:

• Live Our Values:
  Join a company that values integrity, respect, teamwork, excellence, and charity. These principles are at the heart of everything we do.
• Champion Key Initiatives:
  Play a vital role in driving Sevan‑wide initiatives like Safety and Sustainability, ensuring positive impacts for our people and the planet.
• Inspire and Lead:
  Help us bring our vision to life by embracing our…