Senior Estimator: Lead Cost, Value & Preconstruction

Michael Kinder & Sons, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits paying 90% employee

Paid vacation and wellness time

401k with match

Education reimbursement

Expense reimbursement

Leadership and career growth

Job summary

Michael Kinder & Sons, Inc. seeks a Senior Estimator to prepare detailed estimates and proposals for hard bid and negotiated projects ranging from $1M to $100MM. You will lead takeoffs, pricing, and bid submissions, coordinating with clients, architects, and trade partners.

The role requires an 8-year background in commercial construction and 5+ years in estimating, with strong writing, organization and computer skills. Fort Wayne-based family firm with growth opportunities and robust benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
• Commercial Construction experience: 8 years.
• Estimating Software experience: 5 years.
• Estimating experience: 5 years.
• Excellent writing and organizational skills with solid computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead Final Review of Contract Documents, General Requirements, and Scope.
• Identify Risks, Clarifications, Assumptions, and Exclusions prior to submission.
• Ensure compliance with procurement and contracting requirements.
• Assign scope packages and responsibilities to estimating team members.
• Review pricing, quantities, and scope coverage for accuracy.
• Compile, finalize, and submit project estimates and bid packages.
• Maintain client, vendor, and industry relationships.
• Mentor junior estimators and lead internal estimate reviews.

Skills

Excellent writing

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Estimating Software

Job description

Michael Kinder & Sons, Inc. seeks a Senior Estimator to prepare detailed estimates and proposals for hard bid and negotiated projects ranging from $1M to $100MM. You will lead takeoffs, pricing, and bid submissions, coordinating with clients, architects, and trade partners.

The role requires an 8-year background in commercial construction and 5+ years in estimating, with strong writing, organization and computer skills. Fort Wayne-based family firm with growth opportunities and robust benefits.