Senior Construction Estimator – Commercial & Industrial

Jobot; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Backlog of projects

Career growth opportunities

Large-scale projects experience

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator for commercial and industrial projects based in the Baltimore area. The role involves managing the estimating process from bid evaluation through project award, preparing accurate estimates, performing quantity takeoffs, and evaluating subcontractor pricing to support successful project execution.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of construction estimating experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and a bachelor’s degree in

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of construction estimating experience.
• Commercial or industrial construction experience required.
• Electrical estimating experience preferred but not required.
• Experience using estimating software such as Accubid or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complete project estimates from conceptual budgeting through final bid submission.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and cost analysis.
• Review plans, specifications, and bid documents.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing.
• Analyze labor, material, and equipment costs.
• Utilize estimating software and bid platforms.
• Identify project risks and pricing opportunities.
• Work closely with operations, project management, and field teams.
• Prepare bid proposals and tender documentation.
• Maintain bid tracking logs and reporting.
• Conduct post-bid analysis and supplier comparisons.
• Facilitate detailed handoffs to project management teams after award.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Estimating takeoffs

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering

Tools

Accubid

Job description

Jobot is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator for commercial and industrial projects based in the Baltimore area. The role involves managing the estimating process from bid evaluation through project award, preparing accurate estimates, performing quantity takeoffs, and evaluating subcontractor pricing to support successful project execution.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of construction estimating experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and a bachelor’s degree in