Senior Estimator - Construction Bids & Strategy

Colonial Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Contracting seeks an experienced Senior Estimator for its Des Moines, IA operations. The role leads bidding efforts, prepares detailed estimates, and develops supplier and customer relationships to drive PCI scopes of work.

You will review drawings/specifications, assemble takeoffs, and manage bid analyses while coordinating with owners, designers, and contractors. This safety-sensitive position offers a competitive salary and bonus potential.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of estimating construction projects.
• Total industry experience around 10+ years.
• Experience estimating or managing specialty scopes.
• Ability to read and interpret specs/drawings for PCI scopes.
• Proven customer relationships and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and cost analysis capability.
• Ability to read project schedules for sequencing/durations.
• Proficiency with takeoff software and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare RFPs for applicable scopes of work.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotes against bid documents.
• Develop relationships with local customers to support PCI objectives.
• Collaborate with owners, managers, architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Attend pre-bid site walks and write detailed proposals.
• Prepare bid analyses and conduct bid reviews.
• Produce financial job cost analyses and takeoffs.
• Source subs, materials, and equipment while evaluating pricing.
• Provide training and leadership to Estimating team as needed.
• Own business metrics and participate in bid strategy meetings.

Skills

Read specs/drawings

Customer relationships

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Cost analysis

Read project schedules

Team collaboration/leadership

Independent work

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Quick Bid

Bluebeam Revu

PlanSwift

Procore

Excel/Word

Job description

Performance Contracting seeks an experienced Senior Estimator for its Des Moines, IA operations. The role leads bidding efforts, prepares detailed estimates, and develops supplier and customer relationships to drive PCI scopes of work.

You will review drawings/specifications, assemble takeoffs, and manage bid analyses while coordinating with owners, designers, and contractors. This safety-sensitive position offers a competitive salary and bonus potential.