Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator

Columbus, OH

$135K–$175K Base

About the Opportunity

A growing Columbus-based design-build firm is seeking a Senior Estimator to play a key role in leading preconstruction efforts across a diverse portfolio of commercial and industrial work.

This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced estimator who wants direct visibility with leadership and the ability to influence how projects are pursued, priced, and ultimately won. The role offers strong autonomy, meaningful responsibility, and the chance to help shape estimating strategy on significant projects.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Estimator with strong preconstruction experience and the ability to independently lead estimates on complex construction projects.

The ideal candidate is someone comfortable owning full estimates, managing subcontractor coverage, evaluating risk, and working directly with leadership through key pursuit stages.

Key Responsibilities

Lead full-cycle estimating efforts across negotiated and competitive pursuits

Review drawings, specifications, and conceptual documents to establish complete project pricing

Prepare quantity takeoffs, budgets, conceptual estimates, and detailed cost analysis

Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing

Level bids and identify scope gaps, exclusions, and risk areas

Participate in value engineering and pricing strategy discussions

Work closely with operations leadership during preconstruction and turnover

Support budgeting efforts early in project development

Present estimate findings and recommendations internally

Qualifications

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

8+ years of estimating or preconstruction experience with a General Contractor, CM, or similar construction environment

Experience leading estimates on commercial or industrial projects

Strong understanding of conceptual estimating, hard bids, and negotiated work

Ability to work independently and communicate clearly with leadership and project teams

Proficiency with estimating software and construction documents

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $135,000 – $175,000 depending on experience

Bonus and profit sharing

Full benefits package

PTO

Long-term growth opportunity

Why This Role Stands Out

Strong compensation band

Immediate visibility with company leadership

Opportunity to influence preconstruction decisions directly

Meaningful seat within a growing organization