Senior Estimator - Commercial Interior Fit-Outs (Hybrid)

Food Management Search, Inc.; Pottstown (Montgomery County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Food Management Search, Inc. is seeking an experienced commercial construction estimator to oversee bids from drawings to contract execution, with a focus on interior tenant fit-outs and preferred retail fit-outs.

This role requires strong scheduling, RFI management, and subcontractor negotiation skills, along with effective client communication. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and requires residence within a 50‑mile radius of the office, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in commercial construction.
• 8–10 years of experience in commercial construction estimating.
• Experience with interior tenant fit-outs required.
• Retail tenant fit-out experience preferred.
• Some ground-up construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive estimates for commercial construction projects.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive construction schedules.
• Develop and issue RFIs relating to construction drawings and bid documents.
• Negotiate final contracts with subcontractors regarding scope, pricing, and terms.
• Interact professionally and effectively with clients and subcontractors throughout the estimating and construction process.
• Communicate and over-communicate with team members and clients to ensure alignment and keep projects moving forward.
• Travel as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication

Highly organized

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Team player

Deadline-driven

Time management

Travel readiness

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Food Management Search, Inc. is seeking an experienced commercial construction estimator to oversee bids from drawings to contract execution, with a focus on interior tenant fit-outs and preferred retail fit-outs.

This role requires strong scheduling, RFI management, and subcontractor negotiation skills, along with effective client communication. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and requires residence within a 50‑mile radius of the office, with travel as needed.