Senior Estimator - Hybrid (Commercial Construction)

Leonard S. Fiore, Inc.; State College (Centre County); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Merit Shop Contractor

Continuous Training Courses

Job summary

Leonard S. Fiore, Inc. is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead competitive bidding and manage subcontractor relationships, delivering accurate estimates for mid- to large-scale commercial projects.

The hybrid role covers Altoona/State College, PA with a base salary of $95,000–$130,000 per year, DOE, plus benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO. The ideal candidate has 5–8+ years of commercial construction estimating experience, a related bachelor’s degree (preferred), and

Qualifications

• Five to eight years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field (preferred).
• Strong negotiation, planning, and communication skills.
• Experience with digital takeoffs and estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specs, and bid documents to define project scope, risks, and assumptions; develop bid strategies and compliant proposals.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier proposals; manage RFIs and clarifications.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and cost models covering labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor scopes; produce schedules of values.
• Lead the buyout process, assign trades, manage subcontractor awards, track procurement, and support change orders.
• Guide and train junior estimators and foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients; monitor regional construction trends.

Job description

Leonard S. Fiore, Inc. is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead competitive bidding and manage subcontractor relationships, delivering accurate estimates for mid- to large-scale commercial projects.

The hybrid role covers Altoona/State College, PA with a base salary of $95,000–$130,000 per year, DOE, plus benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO. The ideal candidate has 5–8+ years of commercial construction estimating experience, a related bachelor’s degree (preferred), and