Sr Estimator

Senior Estimator

Location: Richmond / Chantilly VA

Responsibilities:

Lead the full preconstruction and bidding process to produce accurate, competitive, and well-qualified cost proposals for commercial projects. This role combines technical quantity takeoff, market pricing, and strategic bid oversight while mentoring junior estimators and partnering closely with operations.

Core Estimating Duties:

• Analyze plans, specifications, and addenda to determine complete project scope and identify cost, schedule, and constructibility risks.
• Develop detailed cost estimates and budgets at conceptual, schematic, design development, and GMP/bid-document stages.
• Solicit, scope, and evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals; level bids and clarify inclusions/exclusions.
• Prepare complete bid packages, proposal documents, and clarifications aligned with company and client requirements.

Leadership And Collaboration

• Lead, train, and mentor estimators and preconstruction staff, assigning tasks and reviewing deliverables.
• Coordinate with operations, scheduling, and field teams to align estimates with planned means, methods, and durations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key subcontractors and suppliers to improve coverage and pricing.

Very competitive compensation and benefit package, relocation assistance available.

If you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity please apply below or email me directly at [email protected] .