Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator $140K-$152K Lead Preconstruction for High-Profile Chicago Projects This Jobot Job is hosted by: Bradley Clark Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $140,000 - $152,000 per year A bit about us: Our client is an established, full-service construction firm delivering complex projects through general contracting, construction management, design-build, preconstruction, concrete construction, and structural engineering services. This company is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead the development of accurate project budgets, competitive bids, and proposal packages. This individual will work closely with clients, design teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal operations personnel to evaluate project scope, identify risks, develop cost strategies, and support projects from early planning through contract award. Why join us? Join a respected construction firm with a strong Chicago presence Lead estimates for complex, high-profile construction projects Work directly with executive leadership and experienced preconstruction professionals Influence design decisions, cost strategies, and project profitability Mentor and develop junior estimators Collaborate with established subcontractor and supplier partners Career-development and continuing-education opportunities Competitive base salary Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer contributions Health savings and flexible spending accounts Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and parental leave Life insurance and disability coverage Tuition-reimbursement and wellness programs Job Details Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related discipline 5-10 years of estimating experience with a general contractor Experience leading estimators and coordinating estimating assignments Conceptual, schematic, design-development, and construction-document estimating Preparation of project budgets, competitive bids, and proposal packages Review of drawings, specifications, and contract documents Quantity takeoffs and detailed scope development Subcontractor and supplier solicitation Preparation and management of invitations to bid Bid leveling and subcontractor scope analysis Historical cost analysis and market-based pricing Value engineering and constructability analysis Cost-control and risk-management experience Development of estimate clarifications, assumptions, and exclusions Management of multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously Coordination with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and project teams Advanced understanding of construction methods, materials, sequencing, and trade scopes Proficiency with construction estimating software and computerized cost databases Strong leadership, organization, communication, and presentation skills Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: