Construction Estimator

W3Global; Wrightstown (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Employer contribution to health plan (

Job summary

W3Global is seeking a Senior Construction Estimator to lead federal government and commercial cost estimation across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. The role focuses on reviewing drawings, quantities, and bid documents to develop accurate, competitive bids for projects at U.S.

Air Force bases and other government facilities. The successful candidate will partner with project managers, operations leadership, and subcontractors to ensure precise estimates, manage bid schedules, and support

Qualifications

• Senior or lead estimator experience in construction estimating.
• Knowledge of drawings, specs, quantity take-offs, labor, materials, and costs.
• Experience preparing competitive bids and evaluating subcontractor/supplier quotations.
• Understanding of construction methods, budgets, and cost management.
• Strong analytical, numerical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Proficiency with estimating software, spreadsheets, and project documentation tools.
• Ability to work on-site and manage multiple bid opportunities under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating activities for federal government and commercial projects.
• Review drawings, specs, scope documents, and bid requirements to determine costs and resources.
• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Analyze contract requirements and bidding procedures.
• Solicit and compare quotations to develop competitive bids.
• Coordinate with project managers and estimators to validate estimates and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare bid proposals, cost breakdowns, pricing summaries, and supporting docs.
• Identify risks, cost variations, exclusions, and opportunities for value engineering.
• Maintain estimating records, pricing databases, and assumptions.

Skills

Estimator Lead

Federal bids

Cost analysis

Bid coordination

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced

We are seeking an experienced Senior Construction Estimator to lead the preparation of competitive and accurate cost estimates for federal government construction projects across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. Our construction company specializes in commercial and government contract work, with a significant focus on projects located at U.S. Air Force bases.

The Senior Construction Estimator will review construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents; perform detailed quantity take-offs; analyze labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs; and develop comprehensive bid proposals. This role requires close collaboration with project managers, the Vice President of Operations, mechanical and electrical estimators, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure estimates are accurate, competitive, and aligned with project requirements.

The ideal candidate will have strong construction estimating and cost management expertise, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to interpret complex construction specifications and government contract requirements. Experience estimating federal construction projects, military installations, or other government-funded projects is highly desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimator to take ownership of the bidding process, contribute to strategic pricing decisions, and support the continued growth of an established construction company.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead estimating activities for federal government and commercial construction projects.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, scope documents, and bid requirements to determine project costs and resource needs.
• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and estimates covering labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other project expenses.
• Analyze federal construction specifications, contract requirements, and applicable bidding procedures.
• Solicit, review, and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations to develop competitive bids.
• Coordinate with project managers, operations leadership, and mechanical and electrical estimators to validate estimates and resolve scope discrepancies.
• Prepare comprehensive bid proposals, cost breakdowns, pricing summaries, and supporting documentation.
• Identify potential project risks, cost variations, exclusions, and opportunities for value engineering.
• Maintain accurate estimating records, pricing databases, and documentation of assumptions.
• Support budgeting, cost control, and project handover activities following successful bids.
• Manage multiple estimates and bid deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in construction estimating, preferably at a senior or lead estimator level.
• Strong knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, quantity take-offs, labor productivity, material pricing, and cost estimation.
• Experience preparing competitive bids and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Understanding of construction methods, materials, project budgets, and cost management.
• Strong analytical, numerical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills when working with project managers, operations teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Proficiency with construction estimating software, spreadsheets, and related project documentation tools.
• Ability to work on-site and manage multiple bid opportunities under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience estimating federal government construction contracts.
• Experience working on U.S. Air Force base, military installation, or other government facility projects.
• Familiarity with government construction specifications, bidding procedures, and contract documentation.
• Exposure to mechanical and electrical construction estimating.
• Education or technical training in construction management, civil engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.

Compensation And Benefits

• Annual salary: Depending on experience.
• Company vehicle and company credit card for business-related needs.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer contribution toward employee-only medical insurance, covering 50% of the premium.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) profit-sharing arrangement.
• Potential year-end bonus based on company performance; not guaranteed.
• Vacation benefits.

Work Location and Project Scope

This is an on-site position based in the Mount Laurel / Wrightstown, New Jersey area. The estimator will support federal government construction bids across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware, with the majority of projects located in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

Title: Senior Construction Estimator

Location: Wrightstown, New Jersey

Job Type: Full-Time

Workplace: On-site

Salary Range: Based on experience