Director of Estimating

Safety Marking Inc.; Bridgeport, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays and PTO

Medical/dental/life/vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Holiday shutdown

Training & development

Performance-based pay increases

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Safety Marking Inc. seeks a Director of Estimating to bridge executive strategy with day-to-day bidding across CT, NY, and MA. The role oversees complex estimates and leads multi-regional teams to ensure accuracy, profitability, and scalable processes.

Based in Bridgeport, CT, this full-time position requires strong leadership, advanced MS Office skills, and a track record in construction estimating. Occasional travel to neighboring states is expected as part of cross-regional coordination.

Qualifications

• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience, specifically estimating experience within the construction industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bidding, quoting, and multi-regional teams.
• Lead estimating function across CT, NY, MA to align with growth and profitability.
• Direct and scale a multi-regional estimating organization with standardized processes and metrics.
• Provide executive oversight for complex, large-scale construction estimates.
• Advise senior leadership on bid strategy, pricing, risk tolerance, and go/no-go decisions.
• Collaborate with project managers and cross-functional teams to validate assumptions and refine pricing.
• Provide input on pursuit strategy, cost positioning, and value opportunities.
• Build relationships with subcontractors and vendors for best-in-class pricing and resources.
• Champion data-driven estimating using historical cost data and market trends.
• Collaborate with operations, finance and executives to optimize cost models.
• Drive continuous improvement in estimating through tech adoption and staff development.
• Mentor estimating leadership and staff to foster accountability and growth.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Prioritization

MS Office (Excel & Teams)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Excel

Teams

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position: Director of Estimating

Reports to: Vice President of Operations

Join a team that values safety, integrity, and growth, working across New England and beyond.

• Paid holidays and PTO
• Medical, dental, life, and voluntary vision (effective first month after 60 days)
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
• Companywide Holiday Shutdown (Christmas through New Years)
• Training, mentorship, and ongoing professional development
• Annual performance‑based pay increases
• Equal Opportunity Employer — women, minorities, and veterans encouraged to apply
• Pay range: $150K to $200K depending on experience and cultural fit

What You Do:

• As a Chief Estimator, your role bridges executive strategy with day‑to‑day tactical execution. Successfully oversees bidding, quoting, and multi‑regional teams.
• Serve as the strategic leader of the estimating function, bridging executive vision with operational execution across all regions (CT, NY, MA), driving alignment with organizational growth and profitability objectives.
• Direct and scale a multi‑regional estimating organization, establishing standardized processes, governance, and performance metrics to ensure consistency, accuracy, and efficiency in all bids and proposals.
• Provide executive‑level oversight for the development of complex, large‑scale construction and infrastructure estimates, ensuring alignment with project scope, client requirements, and financial targets.
• Act as a key advisor to senior leadership on project pursuits, shaping bid strategy, pricing positioning, risk tolerance, and go/no-go decisions to maximize win rates and margin performance.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, executives, and cross‑functional teams to validate assumptions, identify risks, and refine pricing strategies.
• Provide strategic input on project pursuits, including bid approach, cost positioning, and value opportunities to enhance competitiveness and profitability.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key subcontractors, vendors, and partners to strengthen competitive positioning and ensure access to best‑in‑class pricing and resources.
• Champion data‑driven estimating practices by leveraging historical cost data and market intelligence and industry trends to enhance forecasting accuracy and inform strategic decision‑making.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with operations, project management, finance and executive teams to validate assumptions, optimize cost models, and ensure seamless transition from preconstruction to execution.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the estimating function, including technology adoption, process innovation, and team development, to increase productivity and scalability.
• Mentor and develop estimating leadership and staff, fostering a high-performance culture focused on accountability, innovation, and professional growth.

What You Bring:

• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment with strong analytical, problem‑solving, and attention‑to‑detail
• Minimum 7 years’ experience, specifically estimating experience within the construction industry
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Teams

Schedule:

• Full-time/ Exempt
• Monday through Friday onsite in Bridgeport, CT with occasional travel to upstate NY & MA

E.O.E.Women, Minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.