Senior Estimator - General Contractor - Milwaukee, WI

Michael Page; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 160,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) plan with matching

Bonus eligibility

Additional benefits

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an experienced construction estimator in Milwaukee to prepare detailed estimates across commercial, industrial, multifamily, healthcare, and specialty projects. You will analyze drawings and specs to produce labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs while leading the bid process and collaborating with project teams.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in preconstruction, risk and value engineering, and strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Seasoned estimator with experience leading complex commercial, industrial, multifamily, healthcare, or specialty projects.
• Strong ability to analyze drawings, specs and contract docs for accurate labor/material/subcontractor costs.
• Proven track record in leading bid processes and negotiating with subs/vendors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed conceptual to hard bid estimates for diverse project types.
• Lead bid process: solicit, review, and level subcontractor proposals.
• Identify risks, value engineering options, and constructability considerations.

Skills

Estimating leadership

Bid process management

Cost estimation

Client collaboration

Tools

Destiny estimating software

Job description

• Estimate large-scale projects working closely with clients

• Clear path to Chief Estimator
• Estimate large-scale projects working closely with clients

About Our Client

For nearly 100 years, our client has been a trusted Milwaukee-area builder, delivering more than $100 million in annual construction volume across industrial, commercial, multifamily, healthcare, and specialty projects. As a privately held, locally owned general contractor with in-house carpentry and concrete capabilities, this company is known for its strong reputation, entrepreneurial mindset, and family-oriented culture where employees build long-term careers, leadership is accessible, and quality relationships drive success.

Job Description

• Prepare detailed conceptual, schematic, design development, and hard bid estimates for commercial, industrial, multifamily, healthcare, and specialty construction projects.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and contract documents to develop accurate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Lead the bid process by soliciting, reviewing, and leveling subcontractor and supplier proposals to ensure complete scope coverage.
• Identify project risks, opportunities, value engineering options, and constructability considerations during preconstruction.
• Collaborate with project managers, field operations, architects, engineers, and owners to align project budgets, schedules, and execution plans.
• Develop and maintain conceptual budgets, cost models, and GMP proposals throughout the preconstruction process.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations, helping build relationships and support business development efforts.
• Negotiate pricing with subcontractors and vendors to maximize competitiveness while maintaining project quality standards.
• Track market trends, labor availability, and material pricing to ensure estimates reflect current market conditions.
• Support project teams through contract review, scope clarification, change order pricing, and cost analysis during project execution.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior estimators, contributing to the continued growth of the estimating team.
• Play a key leadership role within the department, with the opportunity to progress into the Chief Estimator position as part of the company's succession plan.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate is an experienced construction estimator with a proven track record of leading complex commercial, industrial, multifamily, healthcare, or manufacturing project estimates and the desire to grow into a Chief Estimator leadership role. They are confident managing all phases of the preconstruction process, possess strong communication and relationship-building skills, and can effectively collaborate with clients, subcontractors, project teams, and company leadership.

Success in this role requires someone who is detail-oriented, business-minded, and takes pride in producing accurate, competitive estimates while maintaining a practical, team-first approach. The best fit will be a down-to-earth professional who values accountability, enjoys working in a collaborative environment, and thrives in a stable, family-oriented culture where long‑term relationships and quality work matter. Experience with Destiny estimating software is strongly preferred.

What's On Offer

• Competitive compensation package starting at $160,000-$170,000
• Comprehensive medical coverage including two health plan options, company-supported Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and wellness incentives.
• Company-paid benefits including Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, $50,000 Life Insurance, and AD&D coverage, helping protect you and your family at no additional cost
• 401(k) plan with 3% matching
• Bonus eligibility
• Additional benefits