Lead Estimator - Commercial & Industrial Construction

Jobot; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Medical & dental benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Career stability

Diverse project exposure

Ownership of estimates

Job summary

Jobot in Flint, MI is seeking a Lead Estimator for commercial and industrial construction to own the preconstruction process and develop competitive, accurate estimates. You will work with operations and leadership to shape project strategy and ensure successful pursuits from the initial quote through award.

The role requires 5+ years of estimating or preconstruction experience, GC estimating preferred, and a strong ability to develop conceptual to detailed estimates, review drawings, and price

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating or preconstruction experience in commercial or industrial construction.
• Ability to independently develop conceptual, schematic and detailed estimates.
• Experience with quantity takeoffs, drawings and specifications, and pricing.

Responsibilities

• Develop competitive, accurate estimates for upcoming work.
• Lead preconstruction activities from pursuit through award and construction.
• Collaborate with operations and leadership to inform project strategy.
• Solicit, level and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Review drawings and specifications to develop scopes of work.
• Utilize estimating software and project management tools.

Skills

Estimating

Preconstruction

Quantity takeoffs

Subcontractor pricing

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

Lead Estimator - Commercial & Industrial Construction

$90000 - $140000 per year | Flint, MI | On-site | Permanent

Our client is an established Michigan-based general contractor and construction management firm with a long history in the commercial and industrial construction markets.

A bit about us:

Our client is an established Michigan-based general contractor and construction management firm with a long history in the commercial and industrial construction markets. This company delivers projects across multiple sectors and provides services spanning preconstruction, estimating, general contracting and construction management.

The team is looking for an experienced Lead Estimator to support its Flint-area operation and play a key role in developing competitive, accurate estimates for upcoming work.

Why join us?

This is not simply a quantity takeoff position. The Lead Estimator will have visibility across the full preconstruction process and work closely with operations and leadership as projects move from pursuit through award and construction.

The role offers:

• $90,000 - $120,000 base salary, depending on experience
• Bonus potential
• Medical and dental benefits
• 401(k) program
• Paid time off
• Long-term career stability with an established Michigan contractor
• Exposure to a diverse mix of commercial and industrial projects
• Opportunity to take ownership of estimates and influence project strategy

Why apply: This is a good fit for an estimator who wants more ownership of the preconstruction process and a clear opportunity to become a key part of an established Michigan contractor's estimating team.

Job Details

• 5+ years of estimating or preconstruction experience in commercial or industrial construction
• General contractor estimating experience strongly preferred
• Ability to independently develop conceptual, schematic and detailed estimates
• Experience performing quantity takeoffs and reviewing drawings and specifications
• Ability to solicit, level and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing
• Experience developing scopes of work and identifying coverage gaps
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods and sequencing
• Ability to work with project management and field teams during preconstruction and handoff
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills
• Experience with construction estimating and project management software
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field preferred, but equivalent industry experience will be considered

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.