Construction Senior Estimator - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

The Superior Group; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Plan

Long Term Disability Insurance

Vacation/PTO

401K Plan

Health Savings Account

Maternity and Parental Leave

Job summary

The Superior Group in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a Construction Senior Estimator to lead realistic, competitive electrical project estimates. You will interpret drawings, review specs, perform takeoffs, and generate precise estimates while collaborating with internal teams, customers, and trade partners.

This role is based at our Columbus headquarters. Eligible candidates have at least 5 years in construction estimating for commercial projects, with Accubid/Bluebeam experience and a degree in

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of construction estimating experience in commercial projects.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Construction Systems Management or related field.
• Experience using Accubid and/or Bluebeam.
• Electrical construction experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs of electrical items (lighting, branch power devices, fire alarm devices).
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure timely and accurate proposal submissions.
• Coordinate with internal teams to align scope across projects.
• Apply labor factors for overtime, shift work, congestion, trade stacking, and schedule acceleration.
• Participate in cost negotiations with clients and general contractors.
• Maintain an up-to-date estimate revision log.
• Conduct site visits to understand field installation requirements.
• Coordinate with Project Operations to align change order strategy with financial goals.
• Maintain professional communication with customers, trade partners, and general contractors.

Skills

Construction Estimating

Education

Associate degree in Construction Systems Management

Bachelor's degree in Construction Systems Management or related field

Tools

Accubid

Bluebeam

Job description

Construction Senior Estimator - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Department: Estimating

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Ohio

Compensation: $100,000 - $150,000 / year

Description

Position: Senior Estimator

Reports to: Director of Estimating

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Pay Range: $100,000 - $150,000

We consider several factors when preparing a compensation package for successful candidates.

Superior is looking for a Senior Estimator to lead accurate, competitive estimating efforts that support the successful execution of electrical construction projects. The Senior Estimator is responsible for interpreting drawings, reviewing specifications, conducting detailed quantity takeoffs, and developing accurate project estimates while collaborating with internal teams, customers, and trade partners. This role is based at our headquarters in Columbus, Ohio.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs of electrical items, such as light fixtures, branch power devices and fire alarm devices
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure timely and accurate proposal submissions
• Coordinate with internal teams to align scope across assigned projects
• Apply labor factors for overtime, shift work, congestion, trade stacking, and schedule acceleration
• Participate in cost negotiations with clients and general contractors
• Maintain an up-to-date estimate revision log
• Conduct site visits to understand field installation requirements
• Coordinate with the Project Operations team to align change order strategy with overall project financial goals
• Maintain professional communication with customers, trade partners, and general contractors

Your Expertise

• Required: You have at least 5 years of Construction Estimating experience in commercial construction
• Bonus Points: You have earned an associate degree or bachelor's degree in Construction Systems Management or a related field
• Bonus Points: You have experience using Accubid and/or Bluebeam
• Bonus Points: You have electrical construction experience

Our Benefits

We offer a range of professional and personal perks that you can enjoy as a member of Superior. Here are just a few examples of the benefits you can expect:

• Health Insurance: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you, your spouse, and eligible children
• Dental Plan: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you, your spouse, and eligible children
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, and Life Insurance: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you
• Vacation/PTO: You receive a minimum of three weeks of PTO per year
• 401K Plan: We match a portion of your 401K contributions
• Health Savings Account: We contribute at least $750 to your HSA each year
• Maternity and Parental Leave: New parents receive paid time off