Commercial Construction Estimator

gpac; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking an Estimator for Commercial Construction in Milwaukee, WI. The role involves early involvement in preconstruction, collaborating with management, design teams, and operations to deliver accurate estimates for diverse regional projects.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of construction documents and proposals, with experience in conceptual estimating, value engineering, and subcontractor bid evaluation. This is a full-time on-site position with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Commercial construction estimating or preconstruction experience.
• General Contractor experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Experience with conceptual estimating and design-build projects is a plus.
• Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail.
• Someone who wants to be part of a team and grow long-term with a reputable contractor.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual through final estimates for commercial construction projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop detailed scopes of work.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Work closely with project management, field, design, and ownership teams throughout preconstruction.
• Assist with budgeting, value engineering, constructability reviews, and cost analysis.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
• Participate in project handoffs from preconstruction into operations.

Skills

Estimating experience

GC experience

Construction docs

Design-build familiarity

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Estimator | Commercial Construction

Milwaukee, WI

A well-established design-build General Contractor in the Milwaukee area is looking to add an Estimator to their team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being involved early in the construction process and wants to work with a collaborative team on diverse commercial projects throughout the region.

What You'll Be Doing

• Prepare conceptual through final estimates for commercial construction projects
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop detailed scopes of work
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids
• Work closely with project management, field, design, and ownership teams throughout preconstruction
• Assist with budgeting, value engineering, constructability reviews, and cost analysis
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors and vendors
• Participate in project handoffs from preconstruction into operations

What They're Looking For

• Commercial construction estimating or preconstruction experience
• General Contractor experience preferred
• Strong understanding of construction documents, drawings, and specifications
• Experience with conceptual estimating and design-build projects is a plus
• Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail
• Someone who wants to be part of a team and grow long-term with a reputable contractor

Why consider it?

You'll join a stable, respected general contractor with a strong local presence, diverse project pipeline, collaborative culture, and an opportunity to have a real impact on projects from initial concept through construction.

Competitive compensation + benefits

Milwaukee, WI

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.