Senior Estimator

Grunley Construction Company Inc; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading general contractor is seeking a Senior Estimator in Rockville, Maryland. This role involves collaboration with the Director of Estimating, writing scopes, performing takeoff, and mentoring the estimating team. Candidates should have a minimum of seven years of experience in estimating within the construction industry, strong communication and organizational skills, and advanced capabilities in Microsoft Excel and Word. Familiarity with construction software is preferred.

Qualifications

• A minimum of seven (7) years of estimating experience for a general contractor or subcontractor.
• Must possess strong communication skills.
• Must have strong organizational and math skills.
• Must have extensive knowledge of the construction industry.
• Must understand the processes and sequencing of construction.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Director of Estimating on proposals.
• Write scopes and perform takeoff.
• Manage scope/communication with subcontractors.
• Lead coordination efforts with the estimating team.
• Help mentor the team.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Math skills

Understanding construction documents

Knowledge of construction processes

Knowledge of construction industry

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Procore

On-Screen Takeoff

BlueBeam

Building Connected

Job description

Grunley Construction is a leading general contractor specializing in high-profile commercial, institutional, and government projects in the DMV. With a reputation for excellence, innovation, and integrity, we deliver complex construction projects that meet the highest standards of quality and safety. Our team is committed to fostering collaboration and continuous improvement, ensuring that every project exceeds client expectations. Join us and be part of a company that values professional growth, teamwork, and making a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

The Senior Estimator will work closely with the Director of Estimating and the Estimating department on competitive design-bid-build and design-build proposals. The Senior Estimator will be responsible for writing scopes, performing takeoff, and managing scope/communication with subcontractors associated with Divisions 3-14. The senior estimator will be expected to lead coordination efforts with the estiamting team and help mentor the team.

• Required Education
• Required Experience
• A minimum of seven (7) years of estimating experience for a general contractor or subcontractor.
• Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Must possess strong communication skills
• Must have strong organizational and math skills
• Must have strong capabilities in reading and understanding construction documents
• Must understand the processes and sequencing of construction and be able to provide constructability input into the estimating and bidding process
• Must have extensive knowledge of the construction industry
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Preferred Experience
• Experience using construction software such as Procore, On-Screen Takeoff, BlueBeam and Building Connected.
• Experience in the Metro Washington DC area.