Senior Estimator

Australia-Employment; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

4% 401K match

PTO days

Paid holidays

Autonomy after proving yourself

Limited and local travel schedule

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Estimator in Jessup, MD to lead development of comprehensive project estimates and bids for large-scale construction. The role emphasizes cost control, detailed risk assessment, and coordination with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure profitable, on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction estimation and project management, with strong negotiation skills and proficiency in AutoCAD. On-site duties and limited MD/DC/VA travel are possible.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in construction estimation, project management, and planning.
• Proven negotiation, contract negotiation, and cost control experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD with project bidding and RFI responses.
• Bachelor's degree in construction management or civil engineering; advanced degrees a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive project estimates, budgets, and bids.
• Conduct detailed risk and contract reviews to ensure accurate estimates.
• Coordinate with project teams for accurate estimations and smooth execution.
• Utilize AutoCAD to create and review project designs and plans.
• Lead project bidding activities and prepare competitive bids.
• Respond to RFIs and manage stakeholder communication.
• Apply cost-control strategies to ensure profitability.
• Negotiate favorable terms in contracts and procurement activities.
• Collaborate across departments to align project plans with objectives.
• Stay updated on industry trends, materials, and costs for accurate estimates.

Skills

negotiation

cost control

project management

communication

problem solving

team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

RFIs

Project bidding

Job description

Senior Estimator

$70000 - $95000 per year | Jessup, MD | On-Site | Permanent

Senior Estimator / Great leader / Tons of room for growth and additional compensation

A bit about us:

Are you passionate about the construction industry and looking for a challenging role where you can make a significant impact? We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Senior Estimator to join our team. This is a permanent position that offers a unique opportunity to contribute to large-scale construction projects. The Senior Estimator will play a key role in project management, cost estimation, and project planning. This role requires a highly experienced professional who is equipped with excellent negotiation skills and a deep understanding of contract negotiation and cost control. The ideal candidate will have a strong command of AutoCAD, project bidding, and RFIs.

This will have limited travel through MD/DC/VA with reimbursement for travel when necessary. Really great team and room to become an even more senior leader down the road.

Why join us?

• Medical/Dental/Vision


• 4% 401K match


• PTO days


• Paid holidays


• Autonomy after proving yourself


• Limited and local travel schedule

Job Details

Responsibilities:

1. Developing and implementing comprehensive project estimates, budgets, and bids.


2. Conducting detailed risk and contract reviews to ensure that all factors have been considered in the estimate.


3. Managing and coordinating with project teams to ensure accurate estimations and smooth project execution.


4. Utilizing your expertise in AutoCAD to create and review project designs and plans.


5. Leading project bidding activities, including preparing accurate and competitive bids.


6. Responding to RFIs and managing communication with various project stakeholders.


7. Applying cost control strategies to ensure project profitability.


8. Utilizing your negotiation skills to secure favorable terms in contracts and procurement activities.


9. Collaborating with various departments to ensure that project plans align with company objectives and client needs.


10. Continuously updating knowledge of industry trends, materials, and costs to ensure accurate and up-to-date estimates.

Qualifications:

1. A minimum of 5 years of experience in construction estimation, project management, and project planning.


2. Proven experience in negotiation, contract negotiation, and cost control.


3. Proficiency in AutoCAD.


4. Experience in project bidding and responding to RFIs.


5. A Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees and certifications are a plus.


6. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.


7. Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.


8. Ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations and tight deadlines.


9. A solid understanding of the construction industry, including knowledge of materials, labor costs, and current market trends.

Join our team and contribute to shaping the skyline with your expertise and passion for excellence. We look forward to reviewing your application.

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.