Senior Estimator: Complex Projects & Strategic Pricing

Unified Door & Hardware Group; Vineland (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision plans

HSA / FSA

Company Provided Basic Life and AD&D

Voluntary Life and AD&D

Critical illness coverage

Legal Insurance

PTO & Holidays

401(k) match

Job summary

Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG) is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead pricing for complex, high-value projects across hollow metal, wood doors, hardware, and specialties. You will influence bids and profitability while mentoring junior estimators and shaping strategy.

Reporting to the Regional Estimating Director, you will own pricing, assess risk, negotiate with customers and vendors, and guide cross-functional teams to ensure competitive, profitable outcomes across commercial and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of progressive estimating experience with demonstrated ownership of complex project pricing and financial outcomes.
• Proven ability to exercise independent judgment and make decisions impacting revenue and profitability.
• Strong understanding of contracts, risk management, and commercial construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own pricing strategies for complex, high-value projects, including final bid recommendations and margin optimization.
• Evaluate project viability, risk exposure, and alignment with company objectives using independent judgment.
• Establish pricing approaches that balance competitiveness with profitability and market conditions.
• Provide strategic guidance to sales and leadership on bid/no-bid decisions.
• Lead negotiation strategies for pricing, scope, and commercial terms with customers and vendors.

Skills

Independent judgment

Leadership

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Business, or related field

Job description

Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG) is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead pricing for complex, high-value projects across hollow metal, wood doors, hardware, and specialties. You will influence bids and profitability while mentoring junior estimators and shaping strategy.

Reporting to the Regional Estimating Director, you will own pricing, assess risk, negotiate with customers and vendors, and guide cross-functional teams to ensure competitive, profitable outcomes across commercial and