Senior Estimator – Industrial Construction

Jgmusa; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & Dental

PTO & Holidays

401(k) + Matching

Life Insurance

Short/Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Generous Referral Program

Training and Further Education

Job summary

Jgmusa is seeking a skilled Senior Estimator in Downingtown, PA to join our expanding team. Ideal candidates should have at least 7 years of experience in industrial construction estimating, adept at managing project estimates up to $30 million and exposing to larger projects.

This role involves developing detailed cost estimates and collaborating with various teams to ensure accuracy and alignment with company goals. Benefits include a competitive wage, health insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in industrial construction estimating.
• In-depth knowledge of structural steel fabrication, equipment setting, and piping.
• Experience managing estimates for projects up to $30 million.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates for industrial construction projects.
• Analyze project documentation to identify scope, risks, and opportunities.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate pricing from subcontractors.

Skills

Estimating complex projects

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering

Tools

Estimating software (Bluebeam, Procore, SageEstimating)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Overview

JGMisseekingaskilledSeniorEstimatorwith7+yearsofindustrialconstructionexperiencetojoinourexpandingteam.Theidealcandidatewillbeadeptatestimatingcomplexprojectsinvolvingstructuralsteelfabrication,erection,equipmentsetting,andpiping,withaprovenabilitytomanageprojectestimatesupto$30million,withexposuretolargerprojectsaplus.

This role also involves soliciting and evaluating subcontractor and vendor pricing for multiple trades, including concrete/civil, electrical, and specialty subcontractors. Occasional travel to job sites across the country is required. Eastern Time Zone candidates are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates for industrial construction projects, from concept to final proposal.
• Analyze project documentation (drawings, specifications, RFIs) to identify scope, risks, and opportunities for value engineering.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs and pricing for structural steel fabrication, erection, equipment setting, and piping.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate pricing from subcontractors and vendors across various trades (concrete/civil, electrical, etc.).
• Collaborate with project management, engineering, and procurement teams to ensure accurate scoping and budgeting.
• Prepare comprehensive bid proposals and present estimates to leadership and clients.
• Identify cost‑saving measures and propose alternative solutions to meet client needs.
• Stay current on industry trends, material costs, and construction best practices.
• Ensure estimates align with company goals and profitability targets.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in industrial construction estimating.
• In-depth knowledge of structural steel fabrication/erection, equipment setting, and piping.
• Experience managing estimates for projects up to $30 million; experience with larger projects is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field—equivalent work experience is welcomed in lieu of a degree.
• Proficiency in subcontractor/vendor solicitation across multiple trades, including civil, concrete, and electrical.
• Expertise in estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, Procore, SageEstimating, or similar platforms) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Physical Requirements

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• General office environment conditions.
• Travel to various project sites required as needed.
• Work out of our Downingtown, PA office. (This position could be remote for the right candidate - East Coast/Eastern Time Zone highly preferred)

Benefits

JGM offers a competitive wage and benefits package:

• Medical, Vision & Dental
• PTO & Holidays
• 401(k) + Matching
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Referral Program
• Training and Further Education

This job description is subject to change based on the needs of the business and is not all-inclusive.

JGM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.