Strategic Senior Construction Estimator — Onsite Orlando

The Contractor Consultants; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Program with Company

Profit Sharing

Bi-Weekly Pay Cycle

Referral Bonus Program

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company-Provided Safety Equipment

Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation,  S

Paid Training & Certifications

Company Vehicle / Car Allowance

Job summary

Poli Construction Inc. in Orlando, FL is seeking a proactive Construction Estimator to deliver accurate, competitive cost estimates for commercial and government projects.

As a Senior Estimator, you will influence bids and profitability, collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure quality and success. The role emphasizes strategic growth, leadership in bid development, and a hands-on approach to maintaining cost databases and evolving estimating processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 5 years of construction estimating experience with at least 3 years in a senior-level role.
• Proficiency with Excel, Microsoft 365, and estimating platforms (ProEst, Sage Estimating, Building Connected).
• Deep understanding of construction means, methods, materials, and market conditions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a results-driven mindset.
• Proven ability to manage risk and meet strategic goals through detailed forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive and detailed cost estimates for commercial and government construction projects.
• Analyze historical data and trends for improved forecast accuracy.
• Review subcontractor/vendor proposals to ensure competitiveness and alignment.
• Identify potential financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Lead end-to-end bid process from scope review to final submission.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure realistic and executable estimates.
• Maintain clear documentation and support rationale for bid pricing.
• Collaborate with clients, engineers, and trade partners to clarify scopes and assumptions.
• Present estimates and key risk factors to company leadership and PM teams.
• Refine estimating processes and integrate software tools to enhance productivity.
• Maintain and update cost databases with current market rates and trends.
• Conduct post-mortem reviews to refine future estimating accuracy.
• Create scopes for all disciplines and manage bid schedules.
• Develop high-level project timelines and assign internal estimating tasks.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft 365

ProEst

Sage Estimating

Building Connected

Job description

Poli Construction Inc. in Orlando, FL is seeking a proactive Construction Estimator to deliver accurate, competitive cost estimates for commercial and government projects.

As a Senior Estimator, you will influence bids and profitability, collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure quality and success. The role emphasizes strategic growth, leadership in bid development, and a hands-on approach to maintaining cost databases and evolving estimating processes.