Senior Estimator: Commercial Construction Leader

Collective-Development-LL; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Professional development and career‑or

Collaborative and team-oriented work

Job summary

Collective-Development-LL in Dallas, TX seeks a Senior Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial construction, including ground-up, tenant improvements, renovations, and design-build projects.

The role leads the estimating process, reviews drawings and contracts, and develops detailed bids. You will collaborate with preconstruction, PMs, and suppliers, mentor junior staff, and manage multiple bid deadlines with precision.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial construction estimating experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating process for commercial construction projects from initial bid review through final proposal submission.
• Review architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing drawings, specs, and contracts.
• Prepare detailed estimates for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, general conditions, and other costs.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and cost analysis to establish project budgets.
• Solicit and negotiate subcontractor and vendor pricing to ensure competitive bids.
• Identify scope gaps, risks, exclusions, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop bid strategies, value engineering options, and alternative solutions.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, conduct site visits, and evaluate site conditions.
• Prepare bid summaries, proposals, budgets, and cost breakdowns for management/clients.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners.
• Collaborate with Project Managers during handoffs to ensure smooth transition from estimating to construction.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior estimators.
• Manage multiple projects and bid deadlines with accuracy and discipline.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management / Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Sage Estimating

PlanSwift

Job description

Collective-Development-LL in Dallas, TX seeks a Senior Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial construction, including ground-up, tenant improvements, renovations, and design-build projects.

The role leads the estimating process, reviews drawings and contracts, and develops detailed bids. You will collaborate with preconstruction, PMs, and suppliers, mentor junior staff, and manage multiple bid deadlines with precision.