Senior Commercial Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Commercial Construction Estimator

Location: Gilbert, AZ
Salary: $140,000 – $160,000 + bonuses
Job Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

Our client, a well-established commercial general contractor with a long-standing presence in the Southwest , is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their team near Tempe, Arizona .

This role will play a key part in the company’s preconstruction efforts by preparing accurate conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, and competitive bids for a variety of ground-up commercial construction projects across multiple sectors.

The ideal candidate will bring 10+ years of estimating experience with a commercial general contractor and a strong understanding of preconstruction processes, subcontractor bid coverage, and cost analysis for complex construction projects.

Position Overview

The Senior Estimator will be responsible for leading the estimating process from early conceptual budgeting through final bid preparation.

This individual will work closely with project managers, design teams, and subcontractors to ensure project costs align with design intent and client expectations.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimator who enjoys collaborating with project teams and contributing to successful project pursuits across a diverse project portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual budgets, cost estimates, and competitive bid proposals for commercial construction projects
• Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing analysis across all construction trades
• Manage subcontractor outreach, bid coverage, and bid leveling processes
• Develop detailed scopes of work and subcontractor bid packages
• Coordinate closely with project management and operations teams during preconstruction
• Participate in constructability reviews and value engineering efforts
• Work with architects and engineers to align project design with project budgets
• Track regional construction market pricing and subcontractor trends
• Support Design-Build and CMAR project pursuits when applicable
• Present estimates and cost analyses to internal leadership teams

Project Experience

This position will support estimating efforts across a variety of ground-up commercial construction projects , including:

• Multifamily and residential communities
• Hospitality and resort developments
• Educational and institutional facilities
• Healthcare and medical office buildings
• Commercial office and mixed-use developments
• Tribal and community-focused projects
• Government and public sector facilities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of estimating experience with a commercial general contractor
• Strong experience estimating ground-up commercial construction projects
• Proven ability to prepare conceptual budgets and competitive hard bids
• Strong understanding of subcontractor bid coverage and scope development
• Ability to collaborate with project teams, design partners, and subcontractors
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously

Preferred Experience

• Experience with Design-Build or CMAR delivery methods
• Experience estimating multifamily, hospitality, institutional, or commercial office projects
• Familiarity with subcontractor markets across the Southwest or Arizona region

Software / Technical Skills

• Bluebeam
• On-Screen Takeoff (OST) or similar takeoff software
• Microsoft Office Suite
• AutoCAD, Revit, or other BIM software (preferred)

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $140,000 – $160,000 depending on experience

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Company computer and phone

Apply

Qualified candidates with 10+ years of commercial construction estimating experience are encouraged to apply.