Senior Estimator – Residential

RON SUNSHINE ASSOCIATES LLC; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RON SUNSHINE ASSOCIATES LLC is seeking a Senior Estimator – Residential in Columbus, OH. The role leads preconstruction estimates for large multi-family, HUD, OFHA, and senior housing projects, managing the estimation lifecycle and presenting cost data to clients.

The candidate will takeoffs, pricing, value engineering, and preconstruction planning while building strong relationships with owners, architects, and subcontractors. Relocation assistance is available.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of estimating experience focused on large multi-family residential, apartments, and senior housing.
• Specific experience with HUD and OFHA estimating guidelines.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills to drive subcontractor engagement and client trust.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end estimates for large multi-family residential, HUD, OFHA, and senior housing projects.
• Prepare takeoffs and pricing with market unit costs.
• Develop preconstruction plans and staffing requirements.
• Present cost data to clients and maintain relationships with owners, architects, and subcontractors.

Skills

Estimating experience

HUD/OFHA experience

Client relations

Communication skills

Job description

Senior Estimator – Residential

Location: Columbus, OH (Relocation assistance available)

Compensation: $110,000 – $125,000 + bonuses (negotiable based on experience)

The Role

Lead comprehensive preconstruction estimates for large-scale multi-family, apartment, HUD, OFHA, and senior housing projects. You will manage the entire estimating lifecycle, foster key industry relationships, and present accurate cost data directly to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Estimating: Lead, create, and complete full project estimates. Review, analyze, and correct estimates produced by other team members.


• Bidding & Scoping: Set up qualified subcontractor bid lists, proactively call subs to drive participation, and thoroughly analyze submitted bids and scopes.


• Takeoffs & Pricing: Complete detailed On-Screen Takeoffs utilizing a strong understanding of current market and unit pricing.


• Value Engineering: Research specified materials, source viable alternatives, and develop value engineering ideas with associated costs.


• Preconstruction Planning: Develop preliminary preconstruction schedules and outline project staffing and General Condition requirements.


• Client & Partner Relations: Prepare presentation documents and professionally present cost information to clients. Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, and subcontractors.

Requirements

• 4 to 7 years of estimating experience focused on large multi-family residential, apartments, and senior housing.


• Specific experience with HUD and OFHA estimating guidelines.


• Strong communication and relationship-building skills to drive subcontractor engagement and client trust.