Lead Commercial Estimator – Millwork & GC

Desco Professional Builders, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company‑m​

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Job summary

Desco Professional Builders, Inc. is seeking a Lead Commercial Construction Estimator to join our Ellington, CT team. This role focuses on estimating for commercial construction and high-end millwork, including site visits and detailed cost analysis.

You will develop proposals, prepare millwork cost estimates, and present figures to clients while coordinating with subcontractors to ensure accurate, timely bids. This position requires strong technical background and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Background in engineering, Construction Management, or related field; experience may substitute for degree.
• Proven experience in commercial construction and millwork estimating.
• Familiarity with construction estimating software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits to assess existing conditions and ensure accurate project estimates for commercial construction and millwork.
• Contribute to the development of project proposals, bids, and contracts.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for millwork fabrication, installation, and overall project scope.
• Present cost estimates to clients and assist in negotiation and closing of deals.
• Define and document scopes of work for subcontractor trades.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate proposals from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of estimates.

Skills

Construction estimation

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Engineering/Construction Management degree

Tools

Procore

PlanGrid

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

BuildingConnected

Sage

Job description

Desco Professional Builders, Inc. is seeking a Lead Commercial Construction Estimator to join our Ellington, CT team. This role focuses on estimating for commercial construction and high-end millwork, including site visits and detailed cost analysis.

You will develop proposals, prepare millwork cost estimates, and present figures to clients while coordinating with subcontractors to ensure accurate, timely bids. This position requires strong technical background and communication skills.