Construction Estimator - Senior

SL Recruit; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Estimator in Winchester, VA. This role entails analyzing project scopes, developing cost estimates, and mentoring junior estimators. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and experience with large commercial or healthcare construction projects. Competitive benefits include medical insurance and 401(k). This full-time position is perfect for someone with a mid-senior level of experience in the construction industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in estimating for construction projects.
• Strong analytical skills to assess project scope and budgets.
• Proficiency in leading and mentoring a team.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project scope and identify risks associated with cost and schedule.
• Develop detailed cost estimates and budgets for projects.
• Lead, train, and mentor estimators and preconstruction staff.

Skills

Cost estimation

Risk analysis

Leadership

Project management

Collaboration

Job description

Senior Estimator – Winchester, VA

We are a long-established construction firm that focuses on larger commercial, institutional & healthcare projects in the Mid-Atlantic region, often partnering with public and private owners on complex jobs. We are seeking a Senior Estimator for our team based in Winchester, VA.

Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• 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.

Location

Winchester, VA

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Project Management
• Construction
• Hospitals and Health Care

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid paternity leave
• Paid maternity leave
• Vision insurance