Head of Estimating – Commercial Construction

Auld & White Constructors; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Career advancement

On-going training

Team of experts

Job summary

Auld & White Constructors in Jacksonville, FL, is seeking a Chief Estimator to lead the estimating and bidding process for commercial projects. This hands-on leadership role combines directing the Estimating Team with personally preparing key estimates.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, 10–15 years of commercial construction experience, and 5+ years in estimating with leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 10–15 years of relevant Commercial construction experience.
• 5+ years of Commercial estimating experience, including leading others.
• Ability to work at our headquarters location in Jacksonville, FL - this is not a remote position.
• Working knowledge of construction methods, systems, and installations.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Highly motivated with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the estimating process, ensuring accurate, competitive proposals through effective team leadership, risk analysis, cost forecasting, and collaboration across departments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Owners, Clients, Designers, Subcontractors, and Suppliers, reflecting the Company's core values.
• Collaborate with the Preconstruction Team on negotiated opportunities and conceptual estimates.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop the estimating team, identifying high-potential employees for future leadership roles.
• Manage labor cost analysis for self-performed work, updating production rates based on historical and market data.
• Oversee subcontractor solicitation, bid coverage, and use of the company's Bid-Room system to ensure effective communication and participation goals are met.
• Evaluate opportunities for self-perform work and strategic sequencing to maximize competitiveness, and assist in developing bid day strategies.
• Stay current with estimating and bid solicitation software, providing training and recommending updates as needed.
• Serve as lead estimator on projects when necessary based on workload or project complexity.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Job description

Auld & White Constructors in Jacksonville, FL, is seeking a Chief Estimator to lead the estimating and bidding process for commercial projects. This hands-on leadership role combines directing the Estimating Team with personally preparing key estimates.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, 10–15 years of commercial construction experience, and 5+ years in estimating with leadership responsibilities.