Senior Estimator: Preconstruction & Cost Lead

Elite-Recruiting-; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite-Recruiting- is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead estimating and preconstruction for commercial construction projects in Perry, GA. You will develop accurate cost estimates, manage preconstruction activities, and coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, subs, and project teams to deliver competitive proposals.

The role requires a strong estimating background, excellent communication, and collaboration across interdisciplinary teams to drive profitable, high-quality bids from

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in CM/Engineering/Architecture or related field.
• 10+ years of commercial construction estimating and preconstruction experience.
• Experience estimating projects from $1M to $20M+.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, GMP, and final construction estimates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
• Review drawings and specs to develop comprehensive estimates; present to leadership.

Skills

Estimating leadership

Preconstruction management

Cost analysis

Vendor negotiation

Project collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

BuildingConnected

PlanSwift

OST

Job description

Elite-Recruiting- is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead estimating and preconstruction for commercial construction projects in Perry, GA. You will develop accurate cost estimates, manage preconstruction activities, and coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, subs, and project teams to deliver competitive proposals.

The role requires a strong estimating background, excellent communication, and collaboration across interdisciplinary teams to drive profitable, high-quality bids from