Senior Project Estimator — Complex Commercial Construction

Riley Construction; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Riley Construction is seeking a Sr. Project Estimator to join our Kenosha or Waukesha offices. The role focuses on providing and coordinating full estimating services for large, complex commercial projects in southeastern WI and northern IL.

You will analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals and other docs to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates, while collaborating with Project Executives and Managers to ensure accurate bids and smooth handovers to Operations.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in CM/CE/Construction Admin or similar.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in commercial construction.
• Strong math skills and numerical proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Review specifications, drawings, and contracts to determine estimate scope.
• Prepare time, cost, and labor estimates from blueprints and docs.
• Produce complete conceptual and final estimates for complex projects.
• Coordinate with project executives and managers on proposals.
• Maintain cost data and assist with bid preparation and handovers.
• Perform quantity take-offs and pricing of items.
• Update estimating cost database and participate in bid day activities.

Skills

Mathematical proficiency

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/CE/Construction Admin

Job description

Riley Construction is seeking a Sr. Project Estimator to join our Kenosha or Waukesha offices. The role focuses on providing and coordinating full estimating services for large, complex commercial projects in southeastern WI and northern IL.

You will analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals and other docs to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates, while collaborating with Project Executives and Managers to ensure accurate bids and smooth handovers to Operations.