Estimator

HGC Construction; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

HGC Construction is seeking a Senior Estimator to transform plans and data into budgets, estimates, and strategies for commercial projects. You will identify risks, collaborate with project partners, and drive cost efficiency from preconstruction through handoff to operations.

The role demands big-picture thinking and attention to detail, with use of Sage Estimating and digital takeoff tools to deliver accurate, actionable estimates. On-site site visits may be required.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, GMPs, and competitive bids for commercial construction projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and review drawings, specifications, and contract documents for complete scope coverage.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, project risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal project teams.
• Present estimate summaries, assumptions, clarifications, and value-engineering recommendations.
• Maintain current cost data, market pricing, and estimating tools.
• Support project handoffs from preconstruction to operations.
• Use Sage Estimating and digital takeoff platforms such as Autodesk Takeoff or On-Screen Takeoff.
• Conduct site visits as needed.

Skills

Conceptual budgets

Detailed estimates

GMPs

Subcontractor proposals

Quantity takeoffs

Cost data maintenance

Tools

Sage Estimating

Autodesk Takeoff

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

BUILDER WANTED. Estimator

Not just an Estimator. A Builder. You build possibilities before construction ever begins. You turn plans, specifications, market data, and subcontractor input into the budgets, estimates, and strategies that set projects up for success.

At HGC Construction, we’re looking for a Senior Estimator who sees both the details and the bigger picture—someone who can identify risk, uncover opportunities, collaborate with project partners, and bring clarity to complex commercial construction projects from the earliest stages.

A Legacy of Building Careers

At HGC Construction, we’re building for the long haul. We believe exceptional projects are built by exceptional people who share our values. We know our employees are more than their job titles—they’re people with families, interests, and lives beyond work. That’s why we work hard, support one another, celebrate wins together, and create opportunities for growth. Our teams are united by a commitment to quality, integrity, and doing the right thing. We’re not just building structures—we’re building careers, relationships, and a legacy that lasts.

What You’ll Build

• Develop conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, GMPs, and competitive bids for commercial construction projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and review drawings, specifications, and contract documents for complete scope coverage.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, project risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal project teams.
• Present estimate summaries, assumptions, clarifications, and value-engineering recommendations.
• Maintain current cost data, market pricing, and estimating tools.
• Support project handoffs from preconstruction to operations.
• Use Sage Estimating and digital takeoff platforms such as Autodesk Takeoff or On-Screen Takeoff.
• Conduct site visits as needed.