Lead Estimator Commercial Construction

Aspenational; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspenational in Dallas, NC is seeking an experienced Lead Estimator to manage bidding and budgeting for commercial construction projects. The role involves preparing competitive bids, performing detailed takeoffs, reviewing plans, and developing accurate project budgets.

Key duties include coordinating estimates, identifying scope gaps, controlling budgets, and supporting scheduling while maintaining strong subcontractor/vendor relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing competitive bids and developing budgets.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project estimates and prepare bids.
• Identify scope gaps and control budgets.
• Assist with project scheduling and subcontractor proposals.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
• Confirm project scope and pricing from bid through completion.

Skills

Bid estimation

Project management

Detail-oriented

Communication

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Job description

Lead Estimator Commercial Construction

Dallas, NC | Salary: $65,000$90,000

A commercial general contractor in Dallas, NC is seeking an experienced Lead Estimator to manage the estimating and bidding process for commercial construction projects. The ideal candidate will have proven experience preparing competitive bids, performing detailed material takeoffs, reviewing plans and specifications, and developing accurate project budgets.

Key responsibilities include coordinating project estimates, identifying scope gaps, controlling budgets, assisting with project scheduling, and maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors. The Lead Estimator will solicit and evaluate subcontractor proposals, confirm project scope and pricing, and help ensure projects are positioned for successful execution from bid through completion.

Candidates should possess strong commercial construction knowledge, excellent organizational and communication skills, and experience with both estimating and project management. The successful candidate must be detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and capable of managing multiple bids and priorities simultaneously.

Salary Range: $65,000$90,000, based on experience.