Senior Construction Estimator for Multifamily & Commercial (Hybrid)

Red Cedar Construction Services; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k)

PTO

Bonus opportunities

Growth potential

Job summary

Red Cedar Construction Services, LLC is seeking a Construction Estimator to lead cost development and bid strategy for multifamily and commercial projects in the Southeast, with a focus on accurate takeoffs and defensible estimates.

You will manage the full estimating lifecycle from conceptual budgets through detailed bid-day estimates, coordinating with preconstruction, project managers, and outside design teams, and using Procore and Bluebeam to enforce disciplined documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of estimating experience in commercial construction; multifamily, townhome, or built‑to‑rent estimating experience strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred; equivalent estimating experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Own the full estimating lifecycle—from conceptual budgeting through detailed bid-day estimates, subcontractor solicitation, scope development, and buyout handoff to the construction team.
• Build and maintain templates by CSI division; ensure consistency and traceability across estimates.
• Solicit and level subcontractor bids; identify scope gaps and ensure apples-to-apples comparisons.
• Develop detailed scopes of work for every bid package and lead buyout efforts to meet targeted percentages.
• Document cost variance, risks, and escalation; communicate with VP of Preconstruction and other stakeholders.

Skills

Estimating experience

Reading drawings

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Equivalent estimating experience considered

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

Red Cedar Construction Services, LLC is seeking a Construction Estimator to lead cost development and bid strategy for multifamily and commercial projects in the Southeast, with a focus on accurate takeoffs and defensible estimates.

You will manage the full estimating lifecycle from conceptual budgets through detailed bid-day estimates, coordinating with preconstruction, project managers, and outside design teams, and using Procore and Bluebeam to enforce disciplined documentation.