Senior Commercial Estimator: Lead Bids & Value Engineering

Essenti Talent; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life ins.

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Essenti Talent seeks a Senior Estimator – Commercial Construction to lead the estimating process for complex commercial projects in the Duluth, GA area. You will analyze plans, prepare cost estimates, and coordinate with project teams and subcontractors to develop competitive bids.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years of GC estimating experience, strong software skills (OT, iSqFt, Sage, Bluebeam), and a BS in CM/Engineering or related field.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Strong ability to read and interpret complex drawings and specs.
• Experience with bid development and subcontractor sourcing.
• Bachelor’s degree in CM, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates for commercial projects.
• Analyze architectural, structural, and MEP drawings and specs.
• Solicit bids from subs and suppliers, negotiate pricing, build cost breakdowns.
• Partner with project teams during preconstruction and risk review.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving measures.
• Maintain a unit cost database and track market trends.
• Present bid proposals to senior management.
• Mentor junior estimators and support project managers.

Skills

Estimating experience

Reading drawings

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CM/Engineering or related field

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

iSqFt

Sage Estimating

Bluebeam

Job description

Essenti Talent seeks a Senior Estimator – Commercial Construction to lead the estimating process for complex commercial projects in the Duluth, GA area. You will analyze plans, prepare cost estimates, and coordinate with project teams and subcontractors to develop competitive bids.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years of GC estimating experience, strong software skills (OT, iSqFt, Sage, Bluebeam), and a BS in CM/Engineering or related field.