Senior Estimator: Bid Strategy & Project Budgets

Fortune-Johnson; Peachtree Corners (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) Plan with Matching Contrib.

Health, Dental, Vision Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Vacation, Holiday, Personal Leave

Job summary

Fortune-Johnson General Contractors seeks a Senior Estimator to join our team in the Southeast/Mid-Atlantic region. The ideal candidate will evaluate bid specs and drawings, gather all data to bid and win projects, and collaborate with project management and development teams to drive success.

The role demands proactive, detail-oriented leadership with the ability to coordinate multiple bids in a fast-paced environment. A Bachelor’s degree and 3–6 years of estimating experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or related discipline.
• 3-6 years experience construction estimating – local trade contractor market knowledge a plus, prior construction field experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials and processes.
• Proficient in Timberline, Cortex, Bluebeam, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue requests for proposals; follow up with subcontractors to ensure bids are received, reviewed, and analyzed promptly.
• Collect and review subcontractor bid packages.
• Perform material take-offs for building materials.
• Understand historical costs and implications to budgets.
• Manage estimates in Timberline; ensure contract exhibits are timely and accurate.
• Build strong relationships with owners, subcontractors, and operations.
• Stay up to date on market trends; oversee permit applications.

Skills

Estimating

Communication

Leadership

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction/engineering

Tools

Timberline

Cortex

Bluebeam

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Fortune-Johnson General Contractors seeks a Senior Estimator to join our team in the Southeast/Mid-Atlantic region. The ideal candidate will evaluate bid specs and drawings, gather all data to bid and win projects, and collaborate with project management and development teams to drive success.

The role demands proactive, detail-oriented leadership with the ability to coordinate multiple bids in a fast-paced environment. A Bachelor’s degree and 3–6 years of estimating experience are preferred.