Senior Estimator - Commercial Construction

Carolina Search Group; Greenville (SC); Vor Ort; USD 85.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive compensation

Bonus

Strong company stability

Zusammenfassung

Carolina Search Group is seeking a Senior Estimator in Greenville, SC to lead the preconstruction team in commercial projects. This role involves mentoring junior staff, engaging directly with clients and executive leadership, and shaping project strategies. The ideal candidate has 8–15+ years of experience in commercial construction estimating and a strong leadership mindset. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are offered, alongside the appeal of Greenville's vibrant city life and outdoor activities.

Qualifikationen

• 8–15+ years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Proven ability to lead estimates from early concept through GMP.
• Strong leadership mindset with a desire to mentor and develop others.

Aufgaben

• Lead conceptual and detailed estimating for commercial construction projects.
• Manage and mentor a team of Junior Estimators.
• Collaborate directly with the VP of Preconstruction on bidding strategy and project pursuit.

Kenntnisse

Leadership mindset

Commercial construction estimating experience

Mentorship

Client engagement

Jobbeschreibung

We’re partnering with a long-term client of ours that is a highly respected, relationship-driven commercial general contractor to identify a Senior Estimator who will play a key leadership role within their growing preconstruction team.

This is more than a heads-down estimating role—this individual will lead the front end of projects, mentor junior talent, and work directly with executive leadership to shape strategy, pricing, and client relationships.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead conceptual and detailed estimating for commercial construction projects
• Manage and mentor a team of Junior Estimators
• Collaborate directly with the VP of Preconstruction on bidding strategy and project pursuit
• Engage with clients, architects, and trade partners during preconstruction
• Drive value engineering, budgeting, and cost planning efforts

What We’re Looking For:

• 8–15+ years of commercial construction estimating experience
• Proven ability to lead estimates from early concept through GMP
• Strong leadership mindset with a desire to mentor and develop others
• Experience working directly with clients and internal leadership
• Background in negotiated work and relationship-based projects is a plus

Why This Opportunity:

• Clear leadership role with direct visibility to executive team
• Opportunity to shape and grow a team, not just contribute individually
• Strong backlog with a steady pipeline of negotiated work
• Collaborative culture with long-term career growth potential
• Competitive compensation, bonus, and strong company stability

Why Greenville, SC:

Greenville has quickly become one of the most desirable places to live in the Southeast—offering a rare blend of vibrant city life and easy access to the outdoors. The award-winning downtown features top-tier restaurants, walkable streets, and a thriving arts scene, while the Blue Ridge Mountains are just a short drive away for hiking, biking, and weekend getaways. With a lower cost of living, excellent schools, and strong job growth, Greenville delivers an exceptional quality of life for both individuals and families.