Job details The Senior Estimator is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of the bidding process for large-scale, complex projects. You will provide highly accurate cost assessments by analyzing blueprints, specifications, and market variables. This role requires a blend of deep technical expertise, advanced analytical skills, and the ability to mentor junior staff while maintaining strong relationships with external partners. ...
Responsibilities:
Project Analysis & Quantification
Perform detailed take-offs: Lead the quantification of labor, materials, and equipment for large-scale commercial and industrial projects.
Scope Development: Thoroughly review project documents to identify "gaps" in drawings or specifications and address them through RFIs or documented assumptions.
Risk Assessment: Identify potential financial or logistical risks within a project and develop contingency strategies to protect company margins.
Lead Bid Management

Manage the Bid Calendar: Oversee multiple estimates simultaneously, ensuring all milestones?from initial site visits to final submission?are met.
Vendor Selection: Prequalify and solicit quotes from subcontractors and suppliers, performing "apples-to-apples" comparisons to ensure complete coverage of the scope.
Final Review: Present completed estimates to executive leadership for final "bid-day" adjustments and approval.
Technical Strategy & Mentorship

Conceptual Estimating: Create accurate preliminary budgets based on minimal design information or schematic drawings.
Staff Development: Review the work of junior and mid-level estimators, providing "red-line" feedback and technical training on software and methodology.
Value Engineering: Identify alternative materials or construction methods that reduce costs without sacrificing project quality.

Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Skills:
Market Intelligence: Ability to track regional labor trends, material commodity fluctuations (e.g., steel or lumber volatility), and competitor behavior.
Strategic Bid-Hit Analysis: Expertise in analyzing past wins and losses to refine future bidding strategies and focus on high-probability opportunities.
Negotiation Mastery: Advanced skills in "buying out" a project-securing the best possible pricing from subcontractors while maintaining long-term partnership health.

Advanced Technical & Digital Fluency
While software mastery is required, the "preferred" level involves integrating these tools into the wider project ecosystem.
BIM (Building Information Modeling): Experience with 5D BIM, where cost data is integrated directly into 3D models (using tools like Revit or Vico Office).
Data Analytics & Forecasting: Proficiency in using Power BI or advanced Excel (macros, pivot tables) to visualize historical cost data and predict future project performance.
ERP Integration: Experience transitioning an estimate into a project management/accounting system (e.g., Procore or CMiC) to ensure a seamless "hand-off" to the operations team.

Leadership & Relationship Management
As a senior leader, the ability to manage people and perceptions is vital.
Conflict Resolution: Managing "scope creep" and disputes between subcontractor quotes and project requirements.
Pre-Construction Consulting: Acting as a "trusted advisor" to clients during the design phase to guide them toward budget-conscious decisions.
Mentorship Frameworks: A proven track record of developing a formal training curriculum or "standard operating procedures" (SOPs) for the estimating department.

Education:
Bachelors

Experience:
4-7 years

Qualifications:
Required Skills & Qualifications
Experience: 7?10+ years of experience in construction estimating (specific to the sector, e.g., General Contracting, MEP, or Structural Steel).
Software Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Bluebeam, RSMeans, and specialized estimating software (e.g., WinEst, Sage, or Timberline).
Analytical Thinking: Strong mathematical aptitude and the ability to visualize a 3D build from 2D plans.
Communication: Exceptional ability to negotiate with vendors and explain complex cost breakdowns to clients and project managers.
Education: Bachelor?s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture is highly preferred.


Apply Today!

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Show lessShow more The Senior Estimator is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of the bidding process for large-scale, complex projects. You will provide highly accurate cost assessments by analyzing blueprints, specifications, and market variables. This role requires a blend of deep technical expertise, advanced analytical skills, and the ability to mentor junior staff while maintaining strong relationships with external partners.

Responsibilities:
Project Analysis & Quantification
Perform detailed take-offs: Lead the quantification of labor, materials, and equipment for large-scale commercial and industrial projects.
Scope Development: Thoroughly review project documents to identify "gaps" in drawings or specifications and address them through RFIs or documented assumptions.
Risk Assessment: Identify potential financial or logistical risks within a project and develop contingency strategies to protect company margins.
Lead Bid Management

Manage the Bid Calendar: Oversee multiple estimates simultaneously, ensuring all milestones?from initial site visits to final submission?are met. ... Vendor Selection: Prequalify and solicit quotes from subcontractors and suppliers, performing "apples-to-apples" comparisons to ensure complete coverage of the scope.
Final Review: Present completed estimates to executive leadership for final "bid-day" adjustments and approval.
Technical Strategy & Mentorship

Conceptual Estimating: Create accurate preliminary budgets based on minimal design information or schematic drawings.
Staff Development: Review the work of junior and mid-level estimators, providing "red-line" feedback and technical training on software and methodology.
Value Engineering: Identify alternative materials or construction methods that reduce costs without sacrificing project quality.

Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Skills:
Market Intelligence: Ability to track regional labor trends, material commodity fluctuations (e.g., steel or lumber volatility), and competitor behavior.
Strategic Bid-Hit Analysis: Expertise in analyzing past wins and losses to refine future bidding strategies and focus on high-probability opportunities.
Negotiation Mastery: Advanced skills in "buying out" a project-securing the best possible pricing from subcontractors while maintaining long-term partnership health.

Advanced Technical & Digital Fluency
While software mastery is required, the "preferred" level involves integrating these tools into the wider project ecosystem.
BIM (Building Information Modeling): Experience with 5D BIM, where cost data is integrated directly into 3D models (using tools like Revit or Vico Office).
Data Analytics & Forecasting: Proficiency in using Power BI or advanced Excel (macros, pivot tables) to visualize historical cost data and predict future project performance.
ERP Integration: Experience transitioning an estimate into a project management/accounting system (e.g., Procore or CMiC) to ensure a seamless "hand-off" to the operations team.

Leadership & Relationship Management
As a senior leader, the ability to manage people and perceptions is vital.
Conflict Resolution: Managing "scope creep" and disputes between subcontractor quotes and project requirements.
Pre-Construction Consulting: Acting as a "trusted advisor" to clients during the design phase to guide them toward budget-conscious decisions.
Mentorship Frameworks: A proven track record of developing a formal training curriculum or "standard operating procedures" (SOPs) for the estimating department.

Education:
Bachelors

Experience:
4-7 years

Qualifications:
Required Skills & Qualifications
Experience: 7?10+ years of experience in construction estimating (specific to the sector, e.g., General Contracting, MEP, or Structural Steel).
Software Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Bluebeam, RSMeans, and specialized estimating software (e.g., WinEst, Sage, or Timberline).
Analytical Thinking: Strong mathematical aptitude and the ability to visualize a 3D build from 2D plans.
Communication: Exceptional ability to negotiate with vendors and explain complex cost breakdowns to clients and project managers.
Education: Bachelor?s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture is highly preferred.


Apply Today!

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Show lessShow morekey responsibilities

Project Analysis & QuantificationPerform detailed take-offs: Lead the quantification of labor, materials, and equipment for large-scale commercial and industrial projects.Scope Development: Thoroughly review project documents to identify "gaps" in drawings or specifications and address them through RFIs or documented assumptions.Risk Assessment: Identify potential financial or logistical risks within a project and develop contingency strategies to protect company margins.Lead Bid ManagementManage the Bid Calendar: Oversee multiple estimates simultaneously, ensuring all milestones?from initial site visits to final submission?are met.Vendor Selection: Prequalify and solicit quotes from subcontractors and suppliers, performing "apples-to-apples" comparisons to ensure complete coverage of the scope.Final Review: Present completed estimates to executive leadership for final "bid-day" adjustments and approval.Technical Strategy & MentorshipConceptual Estimating: Create accurate preliminary budgets based on minimal design information or schematic drawings.Staff Development: Review the work of junior and mid-level estimators, providing "red-line" feedback and technical training on software and methodology.Value Engineering: Identify alternative materials or construction methods that reduce costs without sacrificing project quality.

experience

4-7 years

skills

Market Intelligence: Ability to track regional labor trends, material commodity fluctuations (e.g., steel or lumber volatility), and competitor behavior.Strategic Bid-Hit Analysis: Expertise in analyzing past wins and losses to refine future bidding strategies and focus on high-probability opportunities.Negotiation Mastery: Advanced skills in "buying out" a project-securing the best possible pricing from subcontractors while maintaining long-term partnership health.Advanced Technical & Digital FluencyWhile software mastery is required, the "preferred" level involves integrating these tools into the wider project ecosystem.BIM (Building Information Modeling): Experience with 5D BIM, where cost data is integrated directly into 3D models (using tools like Revit or Vico Office).Data Analytics & Forecasting: Proficiency in using Power BI or advanced Excel (macros, pivot tables) to visualize historical cost data and predict future project performance.ERP Integration: Experience transitioning an estimate into a project management/accounting system (e.g., Procore or CMiC) to ensure a seamless "hand-off" to the operations team.Leadership & Relationship ManagementAs a senior leader, the ability to manage people and perceptions is vital.Conflict Resolution: Managing "scope creep" and disputes between subcontractor quotes and project requirements.Pre-Construction Consulting: Acting as a "trusted advisor" to clients during the design phase to guide them toward budget-conscious decisions.Mentorship Frameworks: A proven track record of developing a formal training curriculum or "standard operating procedures" (SOPs) for the estimating department.

qualifications

Required Skills & QualificationsExperience: 7?10+ years of experience in construction estimating (specific to the sector, e.g., General Contracting, MEP, or Structural Steel).Software Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Bluebeam, RSMeans, and specialized estimating software (e.g., WinEst, Sage, or Timberline).Analytical Thinking: Strong mathematical aptitude and the ability to visualize a 3D build from 2D plans.Communication: Exceptional ability to negotiate with vendors and explain complex cost breakdowns to clients and project managers.Education: Bachelor?s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture is highly preferred.

education

Bachelors

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