Senior Estimator: Build Budgets & Shape Preconstruction

Huseman Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Huseman Group is seeking a Senior Estimator to transform plans, specifications, market data, and subcontractor input into budgets and strategies for commercial construction projects. The role combines detail with big-picture thinking to identify risks and opportunities early in the process.

The ideal candidate will lead conceptual and detailed estimates, coordinate with project partners, and contribute to value-engineering and accurate cost data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in construction estimating or related roles.
• Experience with conceptual and detailed estimates, GMPs, and lump-sum bids.
• Strong knowledge of drawings, specs, methods, and subcontractor scopes.
• Proficiency with estimating software, digital takeoff tools, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, GMPs, and bids for commercial projects.
• Review drawings and documents for complete scope coverage.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Identify risks, constructability issues, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and project teams.
• Present estimate summaries and value-engineering recommendations.
• Maintain current cost data and estimating tools.
• Support handoffs from preconstruction to operations.
• Use Sage Estimating and digital takeoff platforms.
• Conduct site visits as needed.

Skills

Estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Sage Estimating

Autodesk Takeoff

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

Huseman Group is seeking a Senior Estimator to transform plans, specifications, market data, and subcontractor input into budgets and strategies for commercial construction projects. The role combines detail with big-picture thinking to identify risks and opportunities early in the process.

The ideal candidate will lead conceptual and detailed estimates, coordinate with project partners, and contribute to value-engineering and accurate cost data.