Senior Estimator: Lead for Complex Construction Projects

McGough Construction CO, LLC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Job summary

McGough Construction CO, LLC is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead detailed quantity surveys, conceptual estimates, and bid development from Raleigh, NC. The role emphasizes accuracy, schedule awareness, and collaboration with vendors, subcontractors, and project teams.

The Senior Estimator will maintain up-to-date product information, supervise Estimator I/II work, and drive productive relationships to secure bids on complex commercial and industrial projects.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Construction Engineering or Construction Management.
• 10+ years of construction and estimating experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, organization and time management skills.
• Self-starter with minimal supervision.
• Strong computer skills.
• Experience with On-Screen takeoff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Estimating and Bidding: oversee take-off processes, subcontracts, and general conditions.
• Bid Card Development and management of scopes.
• Develop estimates with diverse pricing methods and productivity guides.
• Coordinate with project team for scheduling input.
• Communicate with subcontractors and suppliers to solicit bids.
• Mentor Estimator I and II on pricing and takeoff practices.
• Use tools to refine estimate templates for project needs.
• Attend design team and owner meetings for constructability input.
• Visit job sites to verify conditions and data collection.
• Support pursuit team with RFQs, RFPs, and client relations.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Time management

Organization

Self-motivated

Proactive

Computer skills

On-Screen takeoff

Excel skills

Education

Bachelors in Construction Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

On-Screen takeoff

Microsoft Excel

Job description

McGough Construction CO, LLC is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead detailed quantity surveys, conceptual estimates, and bid development from Raleigh, NC. The role emphasizes accuracy, schedule awareness, and collaboration with vendors, subcontractors, and project teams.

The Senior Estimator will maintain up-to-date product information, supervise Estimator I/II work, and drive productive relationships to secure bids on complex commercial and industrial projects.