
Senior Estimator - Commercial Construction
- Rockford, IL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead cost estimation and bid strategy for commercial and light-industrial projects
- Review blueprints, specifications, and scopes to quantify and price project elements.
- Conduct quantity take-offs, risk assessments, and scope validation.
- Solicit, evaluate, and compare subcontractor and supplier bids.
- Perform site visits and rigorous pre‑bid research.
- Collaborate closely with project managers and field teams to align estimates with delivery strategy.
- Maintain updated cost data, benchmark metrics, and support value engineering.
- 7–10 years of commercial estimating experience with ground-up and renovation projects.
- Expertise with take-off and estimating tools
- Deep knowledge of CSI divisions, building systems, and cost structures.
- Proven relationships with local subcontractors, architects, and vendors
- Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and verbal/written communication skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
- Competitive compensation and full benefits package
- Stable pipeline of diverse projects
- A collaborative, values-driven work environment rooted in craftsmanship, safety, and innovation.
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