Sr. Estimator | Chicago Suburbs | $140k-$160k

Flowtec Construction; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Flowtec Construction, a well-established Chicago general contractor specializing in commercial interiors and high-end interior construction, seeks a Senior Estimator to join its team. The role targets office, corporate, higher education, hospitality, and retail interiors with a strong local portfolio.

The Senior Estimator will lead budgeting, takeoffs, and bid preparations, review drawings, coordinate with architects and owners, and drive value‑engineering while managing multiple estimates in a

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Strong background in commercial interiors/tenant build-outs.
• Experience with high-end finishes and complex interior scopes preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating efforts from initial budgeting through final bid.
• Prepare detailed estimates, quantity takeoffs, and bid proposals.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documents for scope and constructability.
• Solicit, level, and evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals.
• Work closely with architects, engineers, owners, and project teams during preconstruction.
• Identify value-engineering opportunities and potential project risks.
• Develop project budgets and cost projections.
• Assist with subcontractor scope reviews, negotiations, and buyout.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and field teams to ensure a smooth transition from estimating to construction.
• Manage multiple estimates and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Estimating

Commercial interiors

Bid proposals

Preconstruction

Budgeting

Reading drawings

Value engineering

Job description

A well-established Chicago general contractor specializing in commercial interiors and high-end interior construction is looking to add a Senior Estimator to their growing team.

This is an opportunity to join a company with a long-standing presence in the Chicago market and a strong portfolio of office, corporate, higher education, hospitality, retail, and other commercial interior projects.

Responsibilities:

• Lead estimating efforts from initial budgeting through final bid
• Prepare detailed estimates, quantity takeoffs, and bid proposals
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documents for scope and constructability
• Solicit, level, and evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals
• Work closely with architects, engineers, owners, and project teams during preconstruction
• Identify value-engineering opportunities and potential project risks
• Develop project budgets and cost projections
• Assist with subcontractor scope reviews, negotiations, and buyout
• Collaborate with Project Managers and field teams to ensure a smooth transition from estimating to construction
• Manage multiple estimates and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

What They’re Looking For:

• 7+ years of commercial construction estimating experience
• Strong background in commercial interiors / tenant build-outs
• Experience with high-end finishes and complex interior scopes preferred
• Strong understanding of subcontractor scopes, pricing, and Chicago construction costs
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings
• Strong knowledge of construction means, methods, and materials
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Experience working through the full preconstruction process

Compensation:

• Competitive benefits package
• Strong opportunity for long-term growth
• Local Chicago-based projects and clients