Senior Estimator (developer/remote work)

Jobot; Kansas City (MO); Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead conceptual estimating and preconstruction efforts for developer-led commercial developments. This remote role partners with ownership, project management, design professionals, and clients to deliver accurate budgets from concept through GMP.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of commercial construction estimating experience, strong cost modeling skills, and proficiency with Procore, Sage Timberline, Bluebeam, and digital takeoff tools.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of commercial construction estimating or preconstruction experience.
• Experience estimating developer-led commercial projects from conceptual design through GMP development.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, building systems, and current market pricing.
• Proficiency with estimation tools and industry software.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to build trusted client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead conceptual estimating and preconstruction efforts for commercial development projects.
• Prepare detailed conceptual budgets, schematic estimates, design development estimates, and final construction estimates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and comprehensive cost analyses.
• Review drawings, specs and project docs to identify risks, opportunities, and cost-saving solutions.
• Develop value engineering recommendations while maintaining design intent and project quality.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers and internal teams throughout preconstruction.
• Solicit, evaluate and level subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Mentor junior estimators and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Remote collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/Engineering/Architecture

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Digital takeoff software

Sage Timberline

OST

Procore

Job description

Senior Estimator Opportunity with a well paying GC!

Job details:

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Asante Kamtema

Salary: $100,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a growing commercial construction management and general contracting firm known for delivering exceptional client experiences through collaboration, transparency, and innovative preconstruction services. Specializing in commercial, institutional, education, healthcare, municipal, mixed‑use, and developer‑led projects, this company partners with owners from the earliest stages of development to provide strategic guidance that drives successful outcomes.

Rather than simply building projects, this company builds long‑term partnerships. Their preconstruction philosophy emphasizes budget certainty, value engineering, constructability reviews, scheduling, and proactive problem‑solving to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Their integrated approach has earned a reputation for responsiveness, accountability, and trusted client relationships.

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and entrepreneurial team where your expertise has a direct impact on project success. As a Senior Estimator focused on developer clients, you will work remotely while partnering closely with ownership, project management, design professionals, and clients throughout the preconstruction process.

What makes this opportunity unique:

• Remote work flexibility with the ability to support projects across multiple markets.
• Opportunity to lead conceptual estimating and budgeting for high‑profile commercial developments.
• High level of autonomy with direct collaboration alongside executive leadership.
• Strong emphasis on professional growth, mentorship, and continuous improvement.
• Team‑oriented culture built around transparency, accountability, and long‑term relationships.
• Opportunity to influence project strategy from initial concept through construction start.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, retirement plan with company match, paid time off, and performance‑based incentives.

Job Details

The ideal candidate is an experienced commercial construction estimator with a strong understanding of developer‑led projects and the ability to provide accurate conceptual budgets during the earliest phases of design.

Responsibilities

• Lead conceptual estimating and preconstruction efforts for commercial development projects.
• Prepare detailed conceptual budgets, schematic estimates, design development estimates, and final construction estimates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and comprehensive cost analyses.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documents to identify risks, opportunities, and cost‑saving solutions.
• Develop and present value engineering recommendations while maintaining project quality and design intent.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and internal project teams throughout the preconstruction process.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Develop scopes of work and assist with bid packaging and procurement strategies.
• Maintain historical cost databases and market pricing intelligence.
• Mentor junior estimators and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the estimating department.
• Participate in client meetings, budget reviews, and project strategy discussions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred (or equivalent industry experience).
• 8+ years of commercial construction estimating or preconstruction experience with a general contractor or construction manager.
• Experience estimating developer‑led commercial projects from conceptual design through GMP development.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, building systems, and current market pricing.
• Experience with conceptual estimating, value engineering, cost modeling, and budget validation.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite, and digital takeoff/estimating software.
• Experience with Sage Timberline, OST, Procore, or similar construction software is a plus.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to build trusted client relationships.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self‑motivated professional capable of working independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with project teams.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for client meetings, project kickoffs, and site visits as needed.

The ideal candidate is a strategic preconstruction professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys partnering directly with developers and owners, and is passionate about delivering accurate budgets that set projects up for long‑term success.

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