Sr. Estimator

Insight Global; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead complex, high-value construction estimates and bid proposals from concept through award in the New York area. You will mentor junior estimators, coordinate with vendors and subcontractors, and support business development through client interaction and proposal negotiations.

The role ensures accurate project pricing, successful bid submissions, and a smooth transition from preconstruction to operations, including change order pricing and

Qualifications

• Lead the preparation of comprehensive cost estimates and large-scale bid proposals.
• Manage and mentor Estimators throughout estimating and proposal development.
• Review and perform quantity takeoffs to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate pricing from subcontractors and vendors.
• Develop detailed project budgets, estimates, bid packages, and client proposals.
• Participate in client meetings, bid reviews, and post-bid negotiations to help secure project awards.
• Support the transition of awarded projects from preconstruction to operations teams.
• Provide pricing and cost analysis for change orders and scope modifications during construction.
• Analyze project risks, assumptions, and opportunities throughout the estimating process.
• Ensure adherence to company safety standards and industry best practices.
• Participate in ongoing professional development, training, and certification programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of comprehensive cost estimates and large-scale bid proposals.
• Mentor estimators through estimating and proposal development.
• Review quantity takeoffs for accuracy and completeness.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate pricing from subcontractors and vendors.
• Develop detailed project budgets, estimates, bid packages, and client proposals.
• Participate in client meetings and bid reviews to help secure project awards.

Skills

Lead cost estimates

Mentor estimators

Takeoffs review

Pricing negotiation

Budgets & proposals

Client meetings

Change orders

Cost analysis

Risk analysis

Safety practices

Professional development

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Estimator is responsible for leading the development of complex, high-value construction estimates and bid proposals from concept through award. This individual serves as a key leader within the preconstruction team, overseeing estimating activities, mentoring junior estimators, coordinating with vendors and subcontractors, and supporting business development efforts through client interaction and proposal negotiations.

The Senior Estimator plays a critical role in ensuring accurate project pricing, successful bid submissions, and a seamless transition from preconstruction to operations. Following project award, this position continues to support project teams through change order pricing, cost analysis, and ongoing estimating assistance.

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Skills and Requirements

• Lead the preparation of comprehensive cost estimates and large-scale bid proposals.
• Manage and mentor Estimators throughout the estimating and proposal development process.
• Review and perform quantity takeoffs to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate pricing from subcontractors and vendors.
• Develop detailed project budgets, estimates, bid packages, and client proposals.
• Participate in client meetings, bid reviews, and post-bid negotiations to help secure project awards.
• Support the transition of awarded projects from preconstruction to operations teams.
• Provide pricing and cost analysis for change orders and scope modifications during construction.
• Analyze project risks, assumptions, and opportunities throughout the estimating process.
• Ensure adherence to company safety standards and industry best practices.
• Participate in ongoing professional development, training, and certification programs.