Senior Estimator
- Atlanta, GA
- Permanent
- Full-time
🎯 Win Rate Leadership: Drive competitive advantage through precise, value-driven pricing
👨🏫 Team Development: Mentor junior estimators while building department capabilities
🤝 Client Partnership: Collaborate directly with owners and architects during design phases
💰 Business Growth: Your estimates directly fuel company expansion and market shareWhat You'll Lead & DeliverStrategic Estimating Leadership
- Prepare comprehensive estimates for complex commercial projects ($5M - $100M range)
- Lead preconstruction services including value engineering and constructability reviews
- Analyze plans, specifications, and contract documents for high-profile developments
- Develop detailed quantity takeoffs using advanced estimating software and methodologies
- Present estimates and recommendations to executive leadership and client teams
- Collaborate with architects and engineers during design development phases
- Provide cost feedback and alternative solutions to optimize project budgets
- Lead cost modeling and budget validation throughout design evolution
- Participate in design meetings and constructability workshops
- Develop project schedules and phasing strategies for complex builds
- Mentor junior estimators and coordinators in advanced estimating techniques
- Review and validate estimates prepared by team members
- Establish and maintain estimating standards, procedures, and best practices
- Lead estimating department training initiatives and knowledge sharing
- Coordinate with project management, operations, and business development teams
- Participate in client presentations and proposal development
- Build relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and trade partners
- Attend industry events and maintain market intelligence on pricing trends
- Support qualification and pursuit strategies for target opportunities
- Provide market analysis and competitive intelligence to leadership
- 8+ years of commercial construction estimating experience
- Successful track record estimating projects $10M+ in value
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
- Deep knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, and systems
- Experience with office buildings, retail centers, healthcare facilities, or mixed-use projects
- Advanced proficiency with estimating software (Sage Estimating, PlanSwift, Bluebeam, etc.)
- Expert-level quantity takeoff skills for all construction trades
- Strong understanding of subcontractor and supplier markets
- Knowledge of building codes, zoning requirements, and permit processes
- Experience with design-build and construction management delivery methods
- Exceptional analytical and mathematical skills with attention to detail
- Strong presentation and communication abilities for client interactions
- Proven mentoring and team development experience
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight proposal deadlines
- Strategic thinking with business development mindset
- Current market knowledge of labor rates, material costs, and equipment pricing
- Understanding of local market conditions and subcontractor capabilities
- Knowledge of sustainable construction practices and LEED requirements
- Familiarity with various contract types (GMP, lump sum, cost-plus, etc.)
- Active participation in industry associations (AGC, ASPE, etc.) preferred
- Highly competitive base salary ($110K - $145K+ based on experience)
- Annual performance bonuses tied to department success and win rates
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with matching
- Professional development and continuing education reimbursement
- Industry conference attendance and certification support
- Clear advancement to Chief Estimator or Preconstruction Director roles
- Opportunity to build and lead expanded estimating department
- Participation in strategic planning and market expansion initiatives
- Executive leadership development programs
- Work on Atlanta's most challenging and prestigious commercial projects
- Access to cutting-edge estimating technology and building information modeling
- Collaborative environment with shared accountability for company success
- Opportunity to shape estimating standards and departmental growth
- Modern office environment with state-of-the-art technology
- Flexible work arrangements during non-proposal periods
- Professional membership and certification reimbursements
- Continuing education and skills development opportunities