Senior Estimator – Residential (HUD/Multifamily)

Management Performance Associates; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Management Performance Associates in Columbus, OH is seeking a Senior Estimator – Residential to lead comprehensive preconstruction estimates for large multi-family, HUD, OFHA, and senior housing projects. You will manage the estimating lifecycle, drive subcontractor engagement, and present cost data to clients, with relocation assistance available.

Responsibilities cover end-to-end estimating, bidding, takeoffs, value engineering, and preconstruction planning while building strong owner,

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

End-to-End Estimating

Bidding & Scoping

Takeoffs & Pricing

Value Engineering

Preconstruction Planning

Client & Partner Relations

Job description

Management Performance Associates in Columbus, OH is seeking a Senior Estimator – Residential to lead comprehensive preconstruction estimates for large multi-family, HUD, OFHA, and senior housing projects. You will manage the estimating lifecycle, drive subcontractor engagement, and present cost data to clients, with relocation assistance available.

Responsibilities cover end-to-end estimating, bidding, takeoffs, value engineering, and preconstruction planning while building strong owner,