Estimator – Commercial Construction (Preconstruction & Design-Build)

gpac; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac represents a Milwaukee, WI based General Contractor seeking an Estimator to join their preconstruction team. The role involves preparing estimates from concept to final delivery for diverse commercial projects across the region.

Ideal candidates have commercial estimating or preconstruction experience, ability to read drawings and specs, and strong communication and organization to support collaboration with management, field teams, and ownership throughout preconstruction and handoff to

Qualifications

• Commercial construction estimating or preconstruction experience.
• Strong understanding of drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Team player with long-term growth mindset within a reputable contractor.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual through final estimates for commercial construction projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop detailed scopes of work.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Collaborate with project management, field, design, and ownership teams in preconstruction.
• Assist with budgeting, value engineering, constructability reviews, and cost analysis.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
• Participate in project handoffs from preconstruction into operations.

Skills

Construction estimating

Preconstruction

Attention to detail

Communication

Organization

Job description

gpac represents a Milwaukee, WI based General Contractor seeking an Estimator to join their preconstruction team. The role involves preparing estimates from concept to final delivery for diverse commercial projects across the region.

Ideal candidates have commercial estimating or preconstruction experience, ability to read drawings and specs, and strong communication and organization to support collaboration with management, field teams, and ownership throughout preconstruction and handoff to