Senior Estimator: Lead Multi-Project Bids & Cost Planning

Garney Construction; Florida; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical plan

Stock ownership

401(k) match

Weekly pay

Paid time off

8 holidays

Job summary

Garney Construction is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead comprehensive cost estimates for complex construction projects in the United States. The role involves developing both conceptual and detailed estimates, planning with the design team, and guiding bid development processes from start to finish.

The Senior Estimator will track costs across labor, materials, subcontractors, and equipment while coordinating with schedules and procurement.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of estimating experience.
• Experience with design-build, CMAR, and negotiated bids.
• Understanding bonds, insurance, and cost burden.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Proficient with MS Office, Bluebeam, Google Earth Pro.

Responsibilities

• Track and manage labor, materials, subcontractors, and equipment costs.
• Develop conceptual and detailed estimates and cost models.
• Manage bid documents and estimate development.
• Coordinate estimating tasks and schedules.
• Support value engineering and cost analyses.
• Lead estimating efforts on multiple projects.
• Review contracts and project requirements.
• Assist with design-build pursuits and interviews.

Skills

Estimating

Cost modeling

Project planning

Attention to detail

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Google Earth Pro

Job description

life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), employee discount

Aug 07, 2026

GARNEY

A Senior Estimator position is available at Garney. In this position, you will ensure that the estimate includes the cost, time, materials, labor, and equipment required for the construction projects. You will also manage and plan projects through the design phase, including the tracking of documents and building a project plan. The Senior Estimator will work with their team to ensure efficient and continuous improvements in the estimating process.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Track labor, material, subcontractor, and equipment costs

Assist with schedules, scopes, logistics plans, and constructability reviews

Develop conceptual and detailed estimates, cost models, and self-perform estimates

Pursue opportunities that support annual gross margin goals

Manage bid documents and estimate development

• Review and refine estimates for accuracy

Coordinate estimate planning, pricing, scheduling, and submissions

Support purchasing and subcontracting activities

Apply and train others on cost coding processes

Review contract documents and project requirements

Participate in DB, PDB, and CMAR pursuits, proposals, and interviews

Support value engineering, cost analysis, and documentation

Review drawings, specifications, and project information

Assist with project selection and bidding strategies

• Assign estimating tasks and validate final estimate inputs
• Lead estimating efforts on multiple projects simultaneously

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• 5-8 years ofEstimating experience
• Experience with proposal types in various stages involving the design build, progressive design build, negotiated and CMAR projects
• Thorough understanding of bonds, insurance, burden, etc. and how they affect bids and company risk/profit
• Experience using computer programs such as Microsoft Suite, Bluebeam, and Google Earth Pro

LET'S TALK THE PERKS!

• Free medical , prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums )
• Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting your first day
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
• Student loan resources
• Weekly paychecks
• Paid time off
• 8 paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
• Free life insurance and disability policy
• Free access to healthcare coordinators
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
• Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

CONTACT US

If you are interested in the Senior Estimator position, please clickAPPLY NOW to submit your application. To view additional opportunities with Garney, visit careers.garney.com.

If you have questions or would like more information, please [e-mail] and include the job location and requisition ID (listed below the job title at the top of the page) to ensure a prompt response. Please note that email inquiries are not a substitute for submitting an application. All openings listed are currently accepting candidates.

Garney and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney is a background screening, drug-free workplace. You may be required to complete a post-offer physical and a site-specific background check for this position.

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