Senior Estimator – Residential

RRC Solutions Group; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RRC Solutions Group seeks a Senior Estimator – Residential to lead end-to-end preconstruction estimates for large multi-family, HUD, OFHA, and senior housing projects in Columbus. You will manage the estimating lifecycle, build subcontractor networks, and present cost data to clients.

Responsibilities include bidding, takeoffs, value engineering, and preconstruction planning, with a focus on accuracy and strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• 4 to 7 years of estimating experience focused on large multi-family residential, apartments, and senior housing.
• Specific HUD and OFHA estimating guidelines experience.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills to engage subcontractors and clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive preconstruction estimates for large multi-family residential projects.
• Set up qualified subcontractor bid lists and analyze bids and scopes.
• Complete detailed takeoffs with current market and unit pricing.
• Develop value engineering ideas with cost implications.
• Plan preliminary preconstruction schedules and staffing requirements.
• Present cost information to clients and maintain owner/architect/subcontractor relationships.

Skills

End-to-End Estimating

Bidding & Scoping

Takeoffs & Pricing

Value Engineering

Preconstruction Planning

Client & Partner Relations

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.