Estimator

Michael Page; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range: USD 125,000–135,000

Bonuses up to USD 35k–50k

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Medical/ Dental / Vision

Comprehensive benefits

Impactful construction projects

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting for a Sr. Conceptual Estimator position with a Detroit-based general contractor. The role focuses on developing conceptual estimates, integrating design documents with budgets, and supporting bids on large-scale healthcare, education, and commercial projects.

The successful candidate will analyze market trends, validate subcontractor proposals, and maintain cost databases while collaborating across project teams to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience with conceptual estimating in construction.
• Strong analytical and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed conceptual estimates based on project scope and design documents.
• Collaborate with project managers and architects to align budgets with project requirements.
• Analyze market trends and material costs to provide accurate pricing recommendations.
• Prepare cost breakdowns and presentations for stakeholders.
• Review and validate subcontractor and supplier proposals for accuracy and feasibility.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering options.
• Maintain updated cost databases and historical cost records.
• Support bid preparation and negotiation processes as required.

Skills

Conceptual estimating

Analytical skills

Interpret drawings & specs

Communication & presentation

Estimating software proficiency

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

• Opportunity to lead the Estimating team at a Top 5 GC in Detroit!
• Employee ownership, competitive pay, large projects, steady pipeline to 2029

About Our Client

Michael Page is hiring for a role within the business services industry, specifically in construction. This Detroit-based General Contractor is specializing in healthcare, higher education, K-12, industrial, commercial, hospitality, and public sector projects. The company provides preconstruction, construction management, design-build, and general contracting services, delivering complex ground-up and renovation projects with a strong focus on safety, quality, collaboration, and on-time execution.

Job Description

• Develop detailed conceptual estimates based on project scope and design documents.
• Collaborate with project managers and architects to align budgets with project requirements.
• Analyze market trends and material costs to provide accurate pricing recommendations.
• Prepare cost breakdowns and presentations for stakeholders.
• Review and validate subcontractor and supplier proposals for accuracy and feasibility.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering options.
• Maintain updated cost databases and historical cost records.
• Support bid preparation and negotiation processes as required.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Sr. Conceptual Estimator should have:

• Experience with conceptual estimating in the construction industry.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency with estimating software and tools.
• Solid understanding of market pricing and construction costs.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $125,000 to $135,000 USD
• Bonuses up to $35k - $50k
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on impactful construction projects.