Senior Estimator–Residential Multi-Family & Senior Housing

Calqulate Metrics Ltd; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Bonuses

Job summary

Calqulate Metrics Ltd seeks a Senior Estimator – Residential to lead comprehensive preconstruction estimates for large multi-family and senior housing projects. You will manage the estimating lifecycle, drive subcontractor participation, and present cost data to clients in Columbus, OH with relocation assistance available.

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

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 for residential projects.
• Bidding & Scoping: Set up qualified subcontractor bid lists and analyze bids to drive participation.
• Takeoffs & Pricing: Perform detailed On-Screen Takeoffs with current market pricing.
• Value Engineering: Research materials and develop cost-effective alternatives.
• Preconstruction Planning: Develop preliminary schedules and outline staffing and General Conditions.
• Client & Partner Relations: Present cost information to clients and maintain relationships with owners, architects, and subs.

Skills

Estimating

Subcontractor relations

Takeoffs

Value engineering

Preconstruction planning

Job description

Calqulate Metrics Ltd seeks a Senior Estimator – Residential to lead comprehensive preconstruction estimates for large multi-family and senior housing projects. You will manage the estimating lifecycle, drive subcontractor participation, and present cost data to clients in Columbus, OH with relocation assistance available.

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