Senior Estimator: Lead Pre‑Construction & Bids

Just Construction Recruitment; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development and training programs

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Washington, DC, is looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join its team. The role requires gathering and compiling data for estimates, supporting pre-construction efforts, and maintaining relationships with subcontractors and clients. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 5 years of estimating experience in commercial or base-building construction. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, along with proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in commercial construction.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans.

Responsibilities

• Gather and compile data for bid proposal estimates.
• Support pre-construction efforts to secure successful bids.
• Maintain accurate pricing information from suppliers.

Skills

Estimating experience

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture

Tools

Estimating software

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading construction firm in Washington, DC, is looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join its team. The role requires gathering and compiling data for estimates, supporting pre-construction efforts, and maintaining relationships with subcontractors and clients. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 5 years of estimating experience in commercial or base-building construction. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, along with proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office.