Cost Estimator

Scott Humphrey Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national contractor seeks an Estimator to enhance their preconstruction efforts for large-scale commercial and industrial projects. The ideal candidate should excel in quantity takeoffs and pricing while fostering subcontractor relationships. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile projects and advance towards a Senior Estimator position.

Benefits

Competitive base salary + annual bonus

Exposure to high-profile projects

Strong preconstruction and operations support

Clear path to Senior Estimator or Preconstruction Manager

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial or industrial estimating.
• Strong ability to read plans and specs across all disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, and detailed estimates.
• Lead quantity takeoffs, scope reviews, and bid comparisons.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

Tools

OST

Assemble

Bluebeam

Excel

Job description

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Construction Recruitment Consultant | Mission Critical | Industrial | Commercial

A nationally ranked general contractor is hiring an Estimator to support preconstruction and estimating efforts on large-scale commercial, data center, and industrial projects. This role is ideal for a detail-driven builder who thrives in a collaborative environment and has a strong foundation in quantity takeoffs, pricing, and subcontractor relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, and detailed estimates
• Lead quantity takeoffs, scope reviews, and bid comparisons
• Interface with owners, architects, and engineers during design
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids
• Participate in value engineering and budget reconciliation efforts
• Support handoff to project teams and update historical cost data

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in commercial or industrial estimating
• Strong ability to read plans and specs across all disciplines
• Familiar with tools like OST, Assemble, Bluebeam, and Excel
• Highly organized with strong analytical and communication skills

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive base salary + annual bonus
• Exposure to high-profile commercial and data center projects
• Strong preconstruction and operations support
• Clear path to Senior Estimator or Preconstruction Manager

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Real Estate, Building Construction, and Construction

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